I will have mitral valve repair and double by-pass surgery on October31, Halloween! I alternate between calm acceptance and wrenching anxiety. I would appreciate ...Read more
I will have mitral valve repair and double by-pass surgery on October31, Halloween! I alternate between calm acceptance and wrenching anxiety. I would appreciate the support of all who have undergone similar surgery.
Melinda Hacker Stephen, I just had an aortic valve replacement one week ago. MY Journal gives a lot of info on my e ... Read more
Melinda Hacker Stephen, I just had an aortic valve replacement one week ago. MY Journal gives a lot of info on my experience. You may find it to be helpful. You can do this!
Tammy Pilcher Hi Stephen, I am also having surgery on Halloween. I'm having aortic valve replacement in Orlando wi ... Read more
Tammy Pilcher Hi Stephen, I am also having surgery on Halloween. I'm having aortic valve replacement in Orlando with Dr. Accola as my surgeon. My sister said "Okay, your having Draccola do your surgery on Halloween." We will be just fine. I've made a journal of favorite scriptures to take with me to the hospital. One of them is: I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. Psalms 34:4
Ilsa Kaattari I was asked to come in two days early, so they can do another catheritization, this time to check pre ... Read more
Ilsa Kaattari I was asked to come in two days early, so they can do another catheritization, this time to check pressures in the chambers. I think that they are are considering mitral valve vs. replacement. May also do another procedure the day before. I think that the most intimidating thing is the whole idea of stopping the heart and restarting it again. But it will be great to walk on the beach, carry things, climb stairs etc without running out of breathe or getting chest pangs!
Joseph Ballett You'll do fine, to relax some i listened to alot of music
Susan Ericsson I'm three weeks out if mitral valve repair. Recovering is hard, but so much better than waiting and w ... Read more
Susan Ericsson I'm three weeks out if mitral valve repair. Recovering is hard, but so much better than waiting and worrying. We are all pulling for you and praying for you.