Katherine Jensen - Heart Valve Journal

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514 days ago

Im 5 weeks post op today from my aneurysm/bicuspid repair,,,anyone else in group that had same still feeling fatigued?

Marie Myers I commented on this in your other post. Yes, the fatigue was slow to lessen. Totally agree with the b ... Read more

Marie Myers I commented on this in your other post. Yes, the fatigue was slow to lessen. Totally agree with the boredom thing!

Klara Čičić Dear Katherine, the fatigue is likely to stay for a while, 5 weeks is still very early. But you shoul ... Read more

Klara Čičić Dear Katherine, the fatigue is likely to stay for a while, 5 weeks is still very early. But you should see slowly improvement each day!

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580 days ago

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Oh boy, one month from today I will be having my surgery to fix my AV and aorta...Its getting real now!

Steven Mccormick Katherine, you got this we are all here for you! I know all the thoughts going in your head the outco ... Read more

Steven Mccormick Katherine, you got this we are all here for you! I know all the thoughts going in your head the outcome you will feel like a new person ❤️ much love and care from Seattle WA
steve

Andrew Dial Katherine… it sounds weird, but I am excited for you! You are going to be fixed and can move on! No ... Read more

Andrew Dial Katherine… it sounds weird, but I am excited for you! You are going to be fixed and can move on! No more worry or anxiety That you may have now. Look forward to your updates :) -Andy

puyallup, Wa

Valerie Allen Probably not far behind you, no set date yet.

Marie Myers Katherine, I know exactly how you feel. I am also a CRNA, vintage 1979. It was soooo hard having a po ... Read more

Marie Myers Katherine, I know exactly how you feel. I am also a CRNA, vintage 1979. It was soooo hard having a positive and cheerful attitude about the whole idea of open heart surgery. The only times i spent in a hospital overnight prior to my surgery at age 63 were on-call!!! I was well aware of all the possible problems and pitfalls. But, you do have to trust the science! Let me know if you have any specific questions. If you would like to chat, my cell # is 561-843-2845.

Leona Resch Katherine, I know how scary this can be. I’m 5 months out and remember how terrified I was. You wil ... Read more

Leona Resch Katherine, I know how scary this can be. I’m 5 months out and remember how terrified I was. You will get through this and be better than ever!’ Although I’m still not quite 100&, I feel like my life is mine again and I can look forward to many years of enjoying it! I am happy you will get this behind you ! If I look back now, even though I thought I was asymptomatic, I feel so much better already , mentally and physically! You will too!

Katherine Jensen Thank you Leona, that’s the worst part of all this I think,, getting back to your former self espec ... Read more

Katherine Jensen Thank you Leona, that’s the worst part of all this I think,, getting back to your former self especially if you’ve not been symptomatic.

Katherine Jensen Next Tuesday…, coming quick…

Katherine Jensen Again, thanks to all for the positivity.. it really helps!!!

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735 days ago

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Katherine Jensen Preparing myself mentally for upcoming surgery on my ascending aorta… any words of wisdom??

Richard Munson I have one 4.1 cm that they tell me not to worry about. Easy for them to say. How big is yours?

Kimberly Eisenhut Richard, they won't touch it until it's at least 4.8 or higher, so guess we just have to have faith ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Richard, they won't touch it until it's at least 4.8 or higher, so guess we just have to have faith and don't do any heavy lifting, which I am stubborn about myself. Brought up my super heavy tree a couple weeks ago from basement and sometimes forget I am not supposed to do that. I just hate asking for help! Mine is 4.1 also and has been for years. I've been getting better at asking my 17 year old son to do the heavy stuff for me. Happy, Healthy Holidays to everyone

Marie Myers If you are able to exercise, I would do some walking, swimming, or yoga to help you get in the best s ... Read more

Marie Myers If you are able to exercise, I would do some walking, swimming, or yoga to help you get in the best shape possible for surgery. It may help your mental outlook and help speed your recovery.

Lena Afanaseva Trust your surgeon and medicine in general! Everything will be fine!

Richard Munson What is considered heavy lifting might be the big question.

Katherine Jensen My aneurysm is 5.1 now… my surgeon tells me the new guidelines as of this year is operate after 5.0 ... Read more

Katherine Jensen My aneurysm is 5.1 now… my surgeon tells me the new guidelines as of this year is operate after 5.0

Kimberly Eisenhut Katherine, thank you for the info about size. I am sure you will do GREAT! It will be a great weight ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Katherine, thank you for the info about size. I am sure you will do GREAT! It will be a great weight lifted to have this fixed and done :)

Kimberly Eisenhut Richard, my Dr. told me to keep it under 20 lbs for me. I think it depends on the individual also. L ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Richard, my Dr. told me to keep it under 20 lbs for me. I think it depends on the individual also. Like I said, I am stubborn though and very often am lifting more than that, like when I try to get ALL the bags of groceries in one trip into the house, LOL! Just habit I need to stop and take my time. Or when I lifted my 10 foot heavy duty ladder to put up my lights outside. My son offers, but sometimes I just want to do things myself like I always have.