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Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3417 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Thank you for all your kindness today ...and the last month or so. I'm hoping that you continue to heal and start to feel your best.

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3423 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Hi Jennifer, just checking in to see how it went with the cardiologist today...sending you big hugs for a better recovery!

Jennifer Pyles Hi Linda - no pericarditis. As silly as it sounds, I pulled a muscle in my chest, which after open h ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Hi Linda - no pericarditis. As silly as it sounds, I pulled a muscle in my chest, which after open heart surgery, HURTS!!!! LOL! So rest is the order of business. Rest and anti-inflammatory meds. They say that atrophy is an issue due to the long surgical process and hospital stay so those muscles can be stressed that way. It is ok though - NOTHING serious, just painful and that is ok by me!

I hope you are doing well. I know this next week is your week and I can't wait for you to just get it done! Then you can get back to your life and waiting for that grandchild!! Please keep me posted!!!!!

Linda McHugh I have such good news...my 2nd Granddaugher was born at 3:32 am ... 6lbs 6oz, 18 1/2 " long. She is ... Read more

Linda McHugh I have such good news...my 2nd Granddaugher was born at 3:32 am ... 6lbs 6oz, 18 1/2 " long. She is perfect. I was able to be in the delivery room. I do hope you are starting to feel better. I'm really getting anxious now and pretty exhausted. I've been watching my 1st gtanddaugher since yesterday am..I left the house this am while she was sleeping and was back before she woke up. I think it's going to be a Disney cartoon/ movie day!

Jennifer Pyles CONGRATS!!!! YEA!!! That's great news and a positive note to take you into your surgery! I'm so hap ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles CONGRATS!!!! YEA!!! That's great news and a positive note to take you into your surgery! I'm so happy for you!!!!! PLEASE keep me posted as you can. You are in my thoughts!

Linda McHugh Thanks jennifer. I will...you need to keep me updated too. I'm so happy your are on this site

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3432 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Hi Jennifer, I just thought I would drop by and say hello and hope that everything is progressing fine and that you are feeling well. Take care! Linda ...Read more

Hi Jennifer, I just thought I would drop by and say hello and hope that everything is progressing fine and that you are feeling well. Take care! Linda

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3439 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Hi Jennifer, I just thought I would check in on you and find out how you are doing. I finished my 2nd autologous blood today so next step is pre-op on July ...Read more

Hi Jennifer, I just thought I would check in on you and find out how you are doing. I finished my 2nd autologous blood today so next step is pre-op on July 1st. I hope your recovery is moving along for you and that you are feeling good. Take care!

Jennifer Pyles Hi Linda! I am doing pretty well. It is a slow process but at least it is a process!! I am up each ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Hi Linda! I am doing pretty well. It is a slow process but at least it is a process!! I am up each day, walking and enjoying my yard. The pain is much better (almost 2 weeks post op) and I'm feeling good about it all. I really appreciate you checking on me! When is you surgery date? Is there anything I can do to help you prepare?

Linda McHugh My date is July 7th... I have stupid questions, like what under garments to bring...sorry so personal ... Read more

Linda McHugh My date is July 7th... I have stupid questions, like what under garments to bring...sorry so personal...but it seems all these little things for prep are on my mind. I'm concerned about keeping my house clean since my husband doesn't have a clue and I'm hoping he will at least water my outside plants if I can't. I still an hoping to have a speedy recovery. I am going to my aerobics and strength training classes 4 x a week and a 4.75 group walk on Fridays. I'm hoping this will help in the other side. I must admit tho that the in the aerobics I hold back and don't get my heart rate much above 120. I am really scared and really emotional but I have been listening to meditation music on Pandora! Thanks for your response. :-)))

Jennifer Pyles I took some regular underwear and it was nice to put those on after they removed the foley cath. It ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles I took some regular underwear and it was nice to put those on after they removed the foley cath. It felt more like I was human again! I also put on regular PJ's with short sleeves and button front and shorts. It just felt better than those gowns. Again, that was after they removed the cath and the chest tube. YES - do your relaxation stuff. I would suggest those two books I wrote to you about earlier. They REALLY helped me prepare and stay calm and focused on the positive outcomes. YOU WILL BE FINE - it is all good stuff.

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3442 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Just checking in with you today! I hope you are feeling as good or better than expected.

Jennifer Pyles I think yesterday was better - but I also think there are good days and bad. It's all progress. I ha ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles I think yesterday was better - but I also think there are good days and bad. It's all progress. I have a blood pressure issue right now and that is something we are trying to figure out - medications or too much weight loss or both?? I'm on a diuretic too so I have to stay hydrated. I would be walking more but it's so hot and can't be outside - and with my dizziness - oh well...laps around the house! Thanks for checking on me, Linda!

Linda McHugh It's all a process...I will be right behind you!

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3444 days ago

Tony Moffs posted a note for Jennifer that says:

I had my surgery 6 weeks ago and experienced the same symptoms. The feeling in the throat is definitely from the breathing tube. I had a few bouts of feeling ...Read more

I had my surgery 6 weeks ago and experienced the same symptoms. The feeling in the throat is definitely from the breathing tube. I had a few bouts of feeling light headed and in my case it was due to the medication that I was on for blood pressure. I am feeling perfect now and back to my old self. Take care

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3444 days ago

Linda McHugh posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Jennifer, I am so glad to hear you are home and on the way to recovery along with your positive attitude. I am so anxiously waiting for my surgery on July ...Read more

Jennifer, I am so glad to hear you are home and on the way to recovery along with your positive attitude. I am so anxiously waiting for my surgery on July 7th. I did have a question for you, which type of surgery did you have for your mitral value repair? I am having the DaVinci robotic surgery which is minimally invasive.

Jennifer Pyles I had the thoracotomy. Did not have access to robotic. Plus I love my surgeon. Where are you going fo ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles I had the thoracotomy. Did not have access to robotic. Plus I love my surgeon. Where are you going for your procedure?

Linda McHugh I'm going to Cedar Sinai. The surgeon is the head of surgery at the hospital and performs about 300 ... Read more

Linda McHugh I'm going to Cedar Sinai. The surgeon is the head of surgery at the hospital and performs about 300 a year. I feel stupid because I do not know what the procedure is that you had...going to look it up now. BTW I love the fact that you are already trying to get back your ex cerise routine. I'm keeping mine going until the day before surgery.

Jennifer Pyles Linda you will be fine. I would suggest that you prepare mentally as well as physically. If you do a ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Linda you will be fine. I would suggest that you prepare mentally as well as physically. If you do any spiritual work, I would suggest that increases. (I hope that doesn't sound weird but it was important) Meditation and counseling were wonderful and necessary. Honestly (and I'm a nervous ninny) I was totally calm up to surgery time based upon the work I did for MYSELF in my head. There is a great book that someone recommended to me called Prepare for Surgery; Heal Faster by Huddleston. It is excellent. Order the relaxation CD too. You will heal quickly with the Divici - I'm guessing NYC?

Linda McHugh Thank you Jennifer for the suggestion. 21 years ago I was diagnosed with a muscle disease and so I d ... Read more

Linda McHugh Thank you Jennifer for the suggestion. 21 years ago I was diagnosed with a muscle disease and so I do have quite a bit of meditation and relaxation music.

Jennifer Pyles Then I am telling you things you already know! If there is anything else I can help with, please ask ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Then I am telling you things you already know! If there is anything else I can help with, please ask! Our dear friend actually work with DaVinci training and you will be pleased with that method.

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3450 days ago

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Hi Jennifer.... Praying that your surgery goes smoothly and that your recovery is steady. It will be awesome for you to be "on the recovery side". (I'm 4 ...Read more

Hi Jennifer.... Praying that your surgery goes smoothly and that your recovery is steady. It will be awesome for you to be "on the recovery side". (I'm 4 wks post op) God Bless You...

Jennifer Pyles Pamla I just can't wait to be honest. I am ready to roll! Thanks for the kind words and I will join ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Pamla I just can't wait to be honest. I am ready to roll! Thanks for the kind words and I will join you in recovery tomorrow!

I know you're ready! I was ready, too!
I will watch for updates on how great you are doing!

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3466 days ago

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Adam Pick posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Jennifer, Nice to meet you and welcome to our community! I'm hopeful the educational info and caring people here will help you before, during and after your ...Read more

Jennifer, Nice to meet you and welcome to our community! I'm hopeful the educational info and caring people here will help you before, during and after your mitral valve procedure on June 1. If you need anything, please let me know. Adam (patient and website founder guy)

Jennifer Pyles Thanks, Adam. I have actually been following and learning for months. I just now created my page as ... Read more

Jennifer Pyles Thanks, Adam. I have actually been following and learning for months. I just now created my page as I prepare for my surgery. THANK YOU for all of the information. I feel better being prepared and knowing what is ahead than I would going in uneducated.

Jennifer Pylesgot a new guestbook post

3466 days ago

Bonnie posted a note for Jennifer that says:

Jennifer, these replacement surgeries are quite common anymore, and are easy. The postoperative was tuff for me(I'm in early 70s) but feel very healthy now. ...Read more

Jennifer, these replacement surgeries are quite common anymore, and are easy. The postoperative was tuff for me(I'm in early 70s) but feel very healthy now. I promise good things and God bless you....

Jennifer Pyles Bonnie thank you. All positive thoughts are appreciated.