Mary's Posts

Oh Mary, you have been through so much, and all not due to your own doing. Hang-in-there. You just need the "right" surgeon or cardiologist. So...I had my tricuspid valve repaired three months ago, but it was during my mitral valve surgery. The surgeon did explain to me after the surgery a bit about tricuspid valve surgery. Think about going to one of the best surgeons, at least on the East coast, for your surgery, particularly if you are in interested in the clip. Maybe you are already doing that, given your upcoming virtual appointment. BTW, I am currently receiving cardiac rehab at Inova Fairfax in your home town:)..... Here's a link about your clip on this website; the cardiologist is in Charlottesville, not too far away. https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2017/09/18/mitraclip-tricuspid-dr-scott-lim/

I replied but I guess I did not hit post. I have had all of my work done at Fairfax and they have been very good. I do not think I am going to be a candidate for the clip. Fairfax was one of the 7 hospitals in the pilot. I may look at the C'ville doctor though. Thanks!

Mary, how you doing 5 months out other than your recent fall? Are you still having the fever and chills every night? Still having issues with Water retention? Just thinking of you. I have 3 kids in Orchestra by the way, it has meant a lot to them (one is graduating this year). So I really appreciate those who teach music!

Hi Corey, I am doing well. Fever (low-grade) went away after about 2 weeks as did water retention. My heart is doing super - I feel good again and you will too once you find a doctor. It's hard to do it a second time so hang in there! If you live in the Columbus area - who is the orchestra director...I know a bunch around there!