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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: April 5, 2012

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John Notaro posted an update
8 years ago (May 15, 2018)
I was able to come home yesterday and start to get reintroduced to once familiar things that are now seem as a distant goals thesehealing will be a slow process! I want to thank my awesome wife and Her support.
Dorothy was right, "There's no place like home." You'll be back to your daily routine in no time! Speedy recovery and thank you to you and your wife for keeping us posted on your progress.
Congratulations on attaining the huge milestone of returning home. Wishing you an easy recovery.
Welcome to the recovery side.. speedy recovery to you.
John Notaro posted an update
8 years ago (May 14, 2018)
Day 4 switched pain meds late yesterday to Tylenol. Each day I feeling stronger but in small ways. A little fast with a lap walking without a walker or eating, the things that I can still do mostly on my own and want to thank my wife for all the... Read more.
I am impressed that you are posting! Sounds like you are doing great!
John, everyone's recovery is different! A little progress every day/week is reasonable.
Marie, my wife was posting for me I think I Tried an posted Day 3 and 4. Jim it is the small things accomplished each day which becomes one new norm!
Great news. Sending prayers that each day will be easier for you

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