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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: March 10, 2015

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Ned Lopez posted an update
11 years ago (May 12, 2015)
Feeling good with no collocation. I did visit the surgeon had the stitches remove got check out and everything is good. I did ask a few question which they were answer. He did informed me about the SALT , to try to avoided. I also visit the cardiologist and did... Read more.
👍 Nancy D reacted to this
11 years ago (May 12, 2015)
I hate the iPhone it changes all my words. I had no complications.
11 years ago (May 12, 2015)
Congrats & continue a speedy recovery...
11 years ago (May 12, 2015)
great i would start cardio rehab as soon as possible it is a big help
11 years ago (May 13, 2015)
Congrats on how well things are going.
Ned Lopez posted an update
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
Today is one week and feeling good, no complications. I have a nurse that comes every day take the vitals and change the bandages. Q: does any one can tell me when would you star the cardio rehab? Thanks
👍 Sharon Madden reacted to this
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
I've known some to start on week three, I started week four. Do it! I love it.
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
Good for you Ned. Keep us posted.
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
Week 6. I agree with Pat - take advantage of it.
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
Glad you are feeling well!
11 years ago (April 21, 2015)
Make sure your cardiologist prescribes it as soon as possible (and refers you as well). I made sure I did that before leaving the hospital (through PT)
Ned Lopez posted an update
11 years ago (April 19, 2015)
For those of you having the surgery you will have a pre-operation day. You will meet different people on this day ask all the questions you may have the medical people you will be meeting are very knowledgeable specially dealing with the anesthetic. By the way there a jelly to... Read more.
👍 Meredith Bray reacted to this
11 years ago (April 19, 2015)
I hope I can remembner this. What's the story about the jelly? Why do you have to ask for it? Thanks
11 years ago (April 20, 2015)
They do not used it unless you ask for it

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