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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

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Laurel Howard-Boardman posted an update

3 years ago (January 25, 2023)

The latest AARP flyer magazine has extensive information on heart disease. Fascinating reading. Some info will surprise. It did me.

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Laurel Howard-Boardman posted an update

3 years ago (November 23, 2022)

Update: Out of the local hospital and back home for a few days. A-fib, shortness of breath (on O2), fluid retention, brain fog, extreme weakness, and butt sores are issues. Diaretics were doubled for a few days by my PCP but fluid retention in ankles, lungs, and perhaps upper belly... Read more.

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Steven Methot

This must be maddening and concerning for you. What does your surgeon say?

Ana Brusso

Laurel, so sorry to hear all the issues you are having. I had some of them too, the funny things was that my PCP was the one that helped me heal from them. My cardiologist was MIA and surgeon after surgery was nowhere to be found. I will keep you... Read more.

Rhodie Jacobson

I am so sorry to hear. You are enduring quite a lot. I pray that each day gets better.

Rose Madura

Laurel, I'm so sorry you are having complications. I had my share so I feel your pain. I'm glad your primary care doctor is helping. Does he/she have a way to get through to the cardiologist for a consultation or to see about helping you get an appointment? Praying you... Read more.

Pamela Gregory

Laurel, I will send my very best prayers to you for relief and assistance with these complications. I hope you can get to a cardiologist as they will have the best plan for you🙏❤️

Adam Pick

Hi Laurel, I am so sorry to hear about the complications you are having. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hopefully, you will start feeling better sooner than later. ❤️❤️❤️

Miriam St.Clair

Hi Laurel, I'm sorry you're having these difficulties. I noticed that you had your surgery at the Cleveland Clinic as did I. There is a 24/7 on-call nurse line that should be able to help you. The information is on page 33 of your surgery binder. Let me know if... Read more.

Angela Meletiadis

Laurel, I am praying for a turnaround for you and your health. May God grant you physical and psychological peace.

Susan Eckermann

Laurel, I am so sorry you're facing these challenges. Persistence seems to be key in getting input from cardiologists and surgeons, post-op. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you have consistent improvement, peace and strength in the upcoming days. 🙏

Laurel Howard-Boardman

I had planned on long distance and in person care from the Cleveland Clinic. However, since hospitalization was needed almost immediately after I got home I have decided to do my follow care locally. The CC surgical team was notified of the foregoing but I have heard nothing from them... Read more.

Rhodie Jacobson

I am so sorry to hear that you are not getting attentive care. It is a tough time to build a system of care and I pray that you can build the team around you that you need. God Bless You!

Laurel Howard-Boardman posted an update

3 years ago (November 10, 2022)

I need recommendations for a cardiologist, close to Appleton,WI, to follow on my care following open heart mitral valve repair surgery at the Cleveland Cinic Nov 1. Dr. Dr Gillinov did my surgery. I arrived home last night. Long day air travel. Your thoughts? Thank you.