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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
Member Since: December 21, 2017
Member Since: December 21, 2017
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John Watson posted a photo
8 years ago (February 22, 2018)
Day 2. Somehow able to get sleep in this state.
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John Watson posted a photo
8 years ago (February 22, 2018)
Day 2. Still getting a lot of fluids via IV.
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John Watson posted an update
8 years ago (February 22, 2018)
This day started out getting out of bed for the first time after surgery. It was a painful experience with a lot of drainage. I had no appetite and was only eating jello and ice chips. I was on a lot of strong medicines including Dilaudid, Tramadol, and Toradol. Dilaudid... Read more.
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I remember many tubes and wires... it took a small team of assistants to schlep the hardware so I could get to the bathroom! Your burden will be incrementally lifted as these things are removed over the next few days. I celebrate each disconnection with you! Wishing you a speedy... Read more.
You are taking me back where I don't want to go! I hope it gets easier for you, John! it is very difficult, but hang in there and take one day at a time. I know getting in and out of bed is painful, and walking is hard, but it... Read more.
It's hard, I hear you. I remember no appetite, I remember how much energy and effort it took to move to the chair. I remember how uncomfortable I was. The hardware will go....and things will gradually get easier. But that first week! Take care John.
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