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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

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Kevin Lee posted an update

5 years ago (December 30, 2020)

Got some good news and bad news. Well, at least I can make some jokes about the situation. (Wait for it!) My last Heart Failure appointment showed evidence of a slight improvement. However there is still along ways to go. There is a 95% that I will be getting a... Read more.

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Anonymous

5 years ago (December 31, 2020)

Hey Kevin an improvement is good news. The pacemaker, well.....whatever works and keeps you with us. Love your sense of humor. Stay positive and strong. God bless you dear friend.

Rita Savelis

5 years ago (December 31, 2020)

Hi. I've had 2 mechanical valves and a pacemaker since April 2015. I got the pacemaker 2 weeks after OHS. Metal detectors don't spot any of it. Take care, bionic man.

Kaye Lewis

5 years ago (December 31, 2020)

Hi Kevin. Can I just say, I had exactly the same thoughts as you re the Pacemaker and Detectors etc. lol but have had NO problems whatsoever with mine. Had a Duo one fitted 3 Weeks after OHS. Good Luck. You will be fine I'm sure!!

Steven Methot

5 years ago (January 1, 2021)

What was that quote from the opening of The Bionic Man? "We can rebuild him!"

Tracy Fallu

5 years ago (January 1, 2021)

Our human body + medical field = an outstanding outcome. Sometimes it's crazy to think what equipment is available to help us lead our best health life.

Kevin Lee

5 years ago (January 22, 2021)

@Steven Methot Yep. I get the honors of watching reruns since it was before my time, but I was thinking the exact same thing lol. Thanks everyone for the support.

Kevin Lee posted an update

5 years ago (November 12, 2020)

So, I wanted to reach out to this community and say thank you for all of the support and prayers over the past couple of years. 2020 has taken a toll on my health. My second surgery was in June to replace two valves. Today, I just heard the words... Read more.

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Shannon Gray

5 years ago (November 12, 2020)

I have not experienced what you're going through but I do want to extend my sincere thoughts and wishes for some positive changes with this news for you. We are here to support and encourage you as you face this.

Kevin Lee

5 years ago (November 13, 2020)

Thanks Shannon. Still working though the emotions and processing everything. I am trying to learn more about the subject, but it is difficult as the doctors are trying to learn more and develop a game plan.

Rose Madura

5 years ago (November 13, 2020)

Oh my. I'm so sorry for you. Again, I'm no doctor but I'm pretty sure people live with CHF for a long while - at least my Mom did. Did your cardiologist discuss exactly what that means for you?

Barbara Wood

5 years ago (November 13, 2020)

So sorry Kevin...that is a crushing diagnosis to deal with. Are you certain that it is not a temporary thing, I was told by an er doctor that I had chf early on - I had had afib, this was before my mitral surgery. It threw me into an absolute... Read more.

Kevin Lee posted an update

6 years ago (July 23, 2020)

So thankful for today. After 7 weeks of being in the hospital, I have my last antibiotic treatment scheduled tonight, and due for discharge first thing in the morning. Although I am going to miss the view from by bedside window, I am looking forward to the fresh air and... Read more.

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Susan Lynn

6 years ago (July 23, 2020)

Wow! Glad you're out, Kevin! I'm sure it wasn't easy especially during the restrictions of this pandemic, but you made it! Wishing you a speedy recovery at home! ❤

Kevin Lee

6 years ago (July 23, 2020)

Thanks Susan. Great news is I am feeling great, I just need to build my endurance back up. That will come with time though.

Frank Giovanniello

6 years ago (July 23, 2020)

Oh wow, you been locked down for 7 weeks. It's gonna feel amazing walking out for the first time. Just take it easy, listen to your doctors and your body. All things good !!

Marie Myers

6 years ago (July 24, 2020)

Glad you are headed home! That was a long hospital stay, and you are really going to enjoy your "freedom". Keep on recovering!

Herb Greenberg

6 years ago (July 25, 2020)

Kevin, any idea where the infection came from?

Pat Bluemel

6 years ago (July 25, 2020)

WOOHOO! Get out of there and get home and walking in fresh air!

Kevin Lee

6 years ago (July 26, 2020)

@ Herb Greenberg - The doctors were able to identify the bacteria as a form of strep. However, they could not identify where it came from.

Kevin Lee

6 years ago (July 26, 2020)

Thanks everyone for the well wishes

Herb Greenberg

6 years ago (July 26, 2020)

Thanks, Kevin. That's certainly a risk that goes with new valves, tho low, it's there. After I had my surgery, while still in the hospital, they noted a possible abscess in my prostate (incidentally); I went home with 6 wks worth of Cirpo and 6 wks of intravenous vancomycin via... Read more.

Anonymous

6 years ago (July 28, 2020)

Kevin, you are a miracle. So glad to hear you are going home. Take it easy and be well. God bless you

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