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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: September 20, 2021

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Lauren R posted an update
4 years ago (October 2, 2021)
I'm home! Surgery went very well. 2 hours, and the surgeon said it was a "textbook" repair. I had a lot of nausea coming out of anesthesia which set me back a bit, dealing with dehydration and trying to find the right balances of medication. All in all, great experience... Read more.
Yay!! You did it, Lauren! Speedy recovery! ❤
Wow, that was fast. Congrats, Lauren!
Thanks for the update, Lauren. You're a rock star⠐!
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Welcome to recovery and continued good health. Congratulations and God bless you
Wow!! Welcome home! Once you get everything lined out, you're going to rock rehab as well. ~❤️
WOW! Great News! So good to know you are home with your family and recovering❤
Woo-Whoo!!!! This just made my day!!! Congrats!!!!
Good to hear! Sorry you had the nausea— that can really take the wind from your sails. Best wishes!
Excellent news! Great to hear the surgery went well and "Cheers" to a speedy recovery.
Yeah but your on the the right side of the surgery now. Speedy, easy recovery.
May you go from strength to strength in your recovery.
So glad for you, I am happy it went well. Every day will be a better day. Best wishes
Lauren R posted a photo
4 years ago (September 30, 2021)
Let's do this!
Blessings your way, Lauren! Show them what you got. And get that heart all fixed up and take on ❤️🩹 recovery!
Well wishes and prayers! Here's to a speedy recovery.
Lauren R posted an update
4 years ago (September 28, 2021)
Heading to UTSW today for pre-op testing! Actually glad it's all finally happening. My mom will accompany me today. She received a Mitral Valve repair from the legendary Dr. Bruce Lytle at Cleveland Clinic 7 years ago via her sternum. Turns out this thing is hereditary! I'm so happy to... Read more.
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I just completed my pre-op testing this morning. Very uneventful, now the wait. Wishing you the best, and a speedy recovery. Stay strong and keep a positive outlook.
Lauren! You are in great hands with Dr Doolhab and UT Southwestern. The whole process for me was seamless. His team made me feel that these procedures while serious are quite routine and it sure turned out that way. Some anxiety is normal but you will see once the surgery... Read more.
Lauren, sending all good wishes and special prayers your way! It's great that your mom is with you, too. You'll be fine and on the road to recovery soon!
Best of luck for a positive outcome. You got this!
Best of luck. I'm sure you'll do great. This is the hardest part. I still can't believe I went and had OHS. The anxiety and fear are normal but you'll be fine. These Teams know what they're doing. In a month you'll be like. I did all that worrying for... Read more.
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Will pray for your surgery to be successful and your recovery smooth. God bless you

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