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Raul Mausposted a journal

38 days ago

Grace Mason , Yumiko Ishida reacted to this

10 months post op.I spent 5 days walking all over DC and never was short of breath. I have encountered some anxiety over the longevity of these results but ...Read more

10 months post op.I spent 5 days walking all over DC and never was short of breath. I have encountered some anxiety over the longevity of these results but my cardiologists assured me that this is common and set me up to talk to their clinic's social worker(UTSW). Hope everyone is doing well and keeps up the fight!

Marie Myers Recovery is an emotional and physical process, and I still find myself occasionally wondering “ how ... Read more

Marie Myers Recovery is an emotional and physical process, and I still find myself occasionally wondering “ how long will this last”? (It has been 7 years for me) We just have to accept that there is no definite answer to that question. So I try my best just to live every day as it comes, and try not to worry about the numerous “what if’s” that can happen. I also speak to a mental health counselor to help me through my journey. Wishing you all the best!

Sue Maize I so appreciate the frankness of so many of your posts. I can’t imagine facing so much of the unexp ... Read more

Sue Maize I so appreciate the frankness of so many of your posts. I can’t imagine facing so much of the unexpected that comes with OHS without the wise and honest counsel of those who’ve been there. I look forward to every one of your posts Marie. 💕

Raul Mausposted an update

68 days ago

Alex Hunt, Rose Madura, Kristen Newton and 3 others reacted to this

A couple days late, but 9 months post-op Ross Procedure and no issues thus far.

Marie Myers Great to hear that all is well!

Sue Maize Great news Raul! 🥳

Raul Mausposted a journal

163 days ago

Brady Busch, Susan Lynn, Rose Madura and 1 other reacted to this

Coming up on 6 months, my ejection fraction went up 10% and am approaching normal values. I'm currently on 50mg metoprolol, 5mg lisinopril , 12.5mg ...Read more

Coming up on 6 months, my ejection fraction went up 10% and am approaching normal values. I'm currently on 50mg metoprolol, 5mg lisinopril , 12.5mg spironolactone, and a baby aspirin. My cardiologist increased me to 50mg and I'm tolerating it well. My next echo is in 6 months I believe. I am grateful for so many things this year.

Susan Lynn Happy six- month Anniversary! Sounds like you're doing well! Wishing you continued progress and ... Read more

Susan Lynn Happy six- month Anniversary! Sounds like you're doing well! Wishing you continued progress and good health!

Rose Madura Sounds like everything is under control. And a grateful and healthy heart too!

Raul Mausposted a journal

212 days ago

Grace Mason , Susan Lynn reacted to this

A little over 4 months post-op, we continue working on fine-tuning the medication. I've got another ECHO next month to see how the recovery is going.

Grace Mason I'm 5 weeks post Ross, Raul. Thanks for sharing your updates. Hope you get great news on your echo n... Read more

Grace Mason I'm 5 weeks post Ross, Raul. Thanks for sharing your updates. Hope you get great news on your echo next month.

Raul Mausposted a journal

271 days ago

Brady Busch, Adam Pick, Cathleen Weed and 3 others reacted to this

Finishing 6-week cardiac rehab today. I've slowly been building my running capacity and am approaching a half mile that I can jog continuously. My goal ...Read more

Finishing 6-week cardiac rehab today. I've slowly been building my running capacity and am approaching a half mile that I can jog continuously. My goal is to run a 5K.