Tracy Fallu
7 years ago (February 1, 2019)
Takes my breath away. ♥️💫
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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation
Member Since: May 21, 2018
Member Since: May 21, 2018
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Julie Gerard posted a photo
7 years ago (February 1, 2019)
On this "wear red" day, I love this picture from April 19, 2018 when many co-workers wore red for me on the day of my mitral valve repair.
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Susan Lynn
7 years ago (February 1, 2019)
Amazing!!! ❤
Julie Gerard posted an update
7 years ago (September 6, 2018)
Four plus months post surgery and all is well. But, how long does the incision discomfort last? I notice generalized tenderness throughout the day...clothing rubbing can be annoying, sometimes if I move wrong I notice a stretching feeling, etc. Just wanting to make sure I'm not feeling abnormal things. Though... Read more.
7 years ago (September 6, 2018)
Hi Julie,
I developed a cheloid scar after my surgery Dec 2016 and had my dermatologist treat it with steroid shots (ouch)! Very painful but really did the trick with respect to itching and discomfort.
7 years ago (September 7, 2018)
Hi Julie, I am just about 5 months post surgery and while I don't have the discomfort, I do feel the stretching especially on the left side. But I like my scar too. Good luck.
7 years ago (September 7, 2018)
I have a keloid scar since 1996 and it still itches in humid hot weather. Agree with Jean on the steroid shots. Helped lay the keloid scar flat. ☮️
7 years ago (September 8, 2018)
me too! i had a keloid and it was itchy. i couldn't have clothes touch it had the injections ouch is right Jean! but flatter now
7 years ago (September 8, 2018)
I was pretty sure my scar is keloid and you all pretty much confirmed it. I'll look into steroid shots, but I'll wait a bit. Thanks!!
Julie Gerard posted a photo
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Celebrating! Three months post surgery. No more restrictions, no more cardiac rehab, no more Warfarin. Life is certainly good!!
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8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Cheers, Julie!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Thanks! My happiness is almost palpable.
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Looking great, Julie!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Great news Julie. Congrats
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
You look great Julie....and so does your scar!!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Cheers to a long and healthy life!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Awesome news! Enjoy it you deserve it!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
You look very happy! I am looking forward to a recovery celebration! Best wishes for continued good health!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Fantastic! What a smile!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
So great. Cheers to you. I'm half way there!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Cheers! Life is good.
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Excellent News! Cheers to you!
8 years ago (July 10, 2018)
Wonderful! Cheers!
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