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Pamela Neely posted an update

9 years ago (January 12, 2017)

Next month will make one year that I had an aortic value replacement, does anyone still experience chest pain from time to time? I go for an Echo on the 24th of this month. I have been a little nervous, any advice please

Marita Ballas

9 years ago (January 12, 2017)

Thats normal Pamela, I had mitral valve replacement 10yrs ago something i experience chest pain from time to time too. Godbless us

Steven A Husted

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

yes i think that is normal i am over two years out and still have chest pain from time to time

Meredith Bray

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

Yes! I started a new exercise program this week, and am coming up on my 3-year surgical anniversary. I held a weight with both arms, straight out in front of me and lifted it over my head and head said, "Yep, that's where I had surgery!" It takes the nerves... Read more.

Pamela Neely

9 years ago (January 17, 2017)

Thank you everyone I was becoming concern so I came to the experts. My Echo is coming up on the 24th.

Pamela Neely posted an update

9 years ago (January 12, 2017)

On 2/12/16 my entire life changed, I had my aortic value replaced. I've known for years that I would have to get this surgery and the day came. I would never have gotten through any of this if it had not been for the member of this site. I read... Read more.

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Rita Savelis

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

Nice post Pamela, and congrats one year later! (P.S. I also still feel occasional chest pain, and something in my sternum almost 2 years later. It's normal. Take care.)

Lilly Black

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

Well, I wouldn't say I am not afraid, Pam. But it definitely feels more encouraging to me when I see others share their experience and their scar. I am no longer shy to show my scar. I work 100% remote, so I have become accustomed to not covering my scar.... Read more.

Pam Monahan

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

Congratulations!

Ron Broadhead

9 years ago (January 13, 2017)

Congratulations Pamela. That's a big milestone. I just had my second anniversary of my AVR. And yes, the anniversary reminds us that its wonderful to be alive.

Pamela Neely

9 years ago (January 17, 2017)

You guys got me crying we are so blessed to be alive. I have no complaints and it feels so good talking to people who have gone through the same. Thank you so much for all the comments.

Lilly Black

9 years ago (January 17, 2017)

Yes it. I agree Pamela....it's a crucial part of the healing process.

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