A week from now, I meet Dr. Desai and find out if the day I have spent my entire life dreading since Chrissy died has finally arrived. Something inside tells ...Read more
A week from now, I meet Dr. Desai and find out if the day I have spent my entire life dreading since Chrissy died has finally arrived. Something inside tells me it has. I wish I knew how I felt about this. The emotions are too swirly and chaotic to even try to nail down right now. Time will tell...as that old bastard always, always does...
Klara Čičić Dear Brian, welcome to this amazing community! We are here to listen and support, because we know ver ... Read more
Klara Čičić Dear Brian, welcome to this amazing community! We are here to listen and support, because we know very well how you feel. Reading your post brings back my own memories when finding out that the day has come. Try to stay focused on the outcome, your heart will work better and won't struggle as it is now... Focus on reading stories from these wonderful people and educating yourself on possible options for you. Take one step at a time and everything will be fine. You can do this!!!
Amanda Ryan Welcome Brian! This community is wonderful, although I have not posted much. I think that’s because ... Read more
Amanda Ryan Welcome Brian! This community is wonderful, although I have not posted much. I think that’s because I’ve been in denial that my day has come to have SAVR, which will happen on 6/27. Everyone here can appreciate the swirly, chaotic emotions you’ve been feeling. It’s a lot to take in. Best wishes!
Rose Madura Swirly emotions are normal. Information is key. I had the same surgery six years ago and am doing gr ... Read more
Rose Madura Swirly emotions are normal. Information is key. I had the same surgery six years ago and am doing great now. Trust the doctors and know that the odds are in your favor. Godspeed.