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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: May 15, 2024

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Leigh Waggoner posted an update
2 years ago (August 17, 2024)
Hey ya'll, it's been a while since Ive been on here, too many irons in the fire. But I have a new surgery date... September 5. Hopefully this one sticks. My Dr stated that there is no guaranty, if an emergency comes up then I'll be rescheduled again....So, to all... Read more.
2 years ago (August 17, 2024)
It's great to see you pop up here Leigh—I had been thinking about you! I'm glad you have a date and I will pray that it sticks….(and that no one else in Oklahoma needs heart surgery before Sept. 5! 😉) Hang in there girl—you'll be on this side of it... Read more.
2 years ago (August 19, 2024)
Wish you good luck and I am praying for you-
Leigh Waggoner posted a photo
2 years ago (July 11, 2024)
❤️ Nancy Bukowski reacted to this
2 years ago (July 11, 2024)
OMG, that is a cute picture! Looks like a really good private duty nurse…
2 years ago (July 12, 2024)
Thanks Marie, yea she's my emotional support nurse, unless she's hiding under my bed.
2 years ago (July 12, 2024)
Thanks, Richard, she could be Shadows side kick, lol
2 years ago (July 13, 2024)
Oh look at that face! 🥰 is she a cocker spaniel? My last pooch 20 years ago was a cocker and she was the sweetest dog. Pets are great recovery companions too! ❤️🩹
2 years ago (July 16, 2024)
Thx Sue, she is a chiweenie, weighs about 11 lbs. She is a total sweetheart and a definite bed hogger.😊
Leigh Waggoner posted an update
2 years ago (July 10, 2024)
Well, I had my TEEa test yesterday, the diagnosis is moderate to severe Nonrheumatic mitral valve stenosis. Which is what I believed all along. So now Im waiting for my surgeon to see the results and contact me. Processing parachute...
2 years ago (July 10, 2024)
Mod-severe doesn't seem too bad. You may have a little time to play with. Are you symptomatic?
2 years ago (July 11, 2024)
Other than being extremely short of breath and fatigued, no. Although we've had this scheduled so many times, I feel that the Dr will still want to do the surgery. Once again, it's a waiting game... so tired of that. I'm still living out of suitcases from 2 months ago,... Read more.
2 years ago (July 11, 2024)
I hear you. If shortness of breath, then good to move forward right away ! The waiting and ambiguity are hard. Are you happy with surgeon team? That is the main thing, else get a second consult.
2 years ago (July 12, 2024)
Yes J Alexander, I researched Dr Garrett, he's one of the top surgeons at OK Heart Hospital. I have had several experiences and the OKHH, emergency and otherwise, I have faith in the entire facility, I've never had any doubts or anxiety when it comes to the capabilities of the... Read more.
2 years ago (August 19, 2024)
Are they going to do TAVR on you

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