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Today is 1 month post AVR. Didn’t mean to take so long to update. I have to say like so many others have, the anticipation of OHS is the worst!! So glad ...Read more

Today is 1 month post AVR. Didn’t mean to take so long to update. I have to say like so many others have, the anticipation of OHS is the worst!! So glad to be on this side of things. I did have some complications ( not to scare anyone, but to show how our caregivers are prepared) Developed a large hemothorax one day post requiring a emergent chest tube. Much improved after that but after discharge developed increasing shortness of breath which ultimately led to thoracentesis to drain more fluid from plural space. Doing much better now. To start cardiac rehab next week. Point is, even with a few hiccups, much better pushing forward on this side of things!!

Susan Lynn It's great to hear from you, Nancy! So sorry to hear about your post-op detours, but it sounds lik ... Read more

Susan Lynn It's great to hear from you, Nancy! So sorry to hear about your post-op detours, but it sounds like you're well on the road to recovery, now! Please let us know how cardiac rehab goes! All the best! ❤

Darlene Clark Happy for you to be on the other side. Wishing you the very best. Thank you for sharing your experi ... Read more

Darlene Clark Happy for you to be on the other side. Wishing you the very best. Thank you for sharing your experiences!

Nancy Denny Thanks guys! Hey here’s a question… my sternal incisions don’t hurt, but past few days they fee ... Read more

Nancy Denny Thanks guys! Hey here’s a question… my sternal incisions don’t hurt, but past few days they feel more like an annoying pull/aggravation. Assuming normal?

Lynn Loudermilk Nancy yep. Because it is easier to slouch. Stand straight with good posture and it will get better. ... Read more

Lynn Loudermilk Nancy yep. Because it is easier to slouch. Stand straight with good posture and it will get better.

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1275 days ago

Shannon Gray, Deena Z reacted to this

Hello friends. Countdown to Friday. Can’t wait to get this over with! Anticipation the worst!

Jill Boroniec Hi Nancy - I'm up on Wednesday and I hear ya! I'm feeling such a combination of wanting to get it ov ... Read more

Jill Boroniec Hi Nancy - I'm up on Wednesday and I hear ya! I'm feeling such a combination of wanting to get it over with but also not wanting it all to get started! We got this!!

Rose Madura Hi Nancy and Jill. Yes, the anxiousness with waiting can be unbearable but soon you'll both be on th ... Read more

Rose Madura Hi Nancy and Jill. Yes, the anxiousness with waiting can be unbearable but soon you'll both be on the recovery side felling better every day.

Nancy Denny Jill, I feel same way. Can’t wait to be like my sister who is nearing 6 months her AVR. Rose, thank ... Read more

Nancy Denny Jill, I feel same way. Can’t wait to be like my sister who is nearing 6 months her AVR. Rose, thanks for your support! Not sleeping well but hopefully soon!!

Michael Morrison Yes...anticipation does drive up the anxiety. Just look forward to it being done with and moving on w ... Read more

Michael Morrison Yes...anticipation does drive up the anxiety. Just look forward to it being done with and moving on with recovery and an even stronger heart!

Susan Lynn Nancy and Jill - You're already through the worst part when you walk in the doors of the hospital - t ... Read more

Susan Lynn Nancy and Jill - You're already through the worst part when you walk in the doors of the hospital - the waiting is almost over! These surgeons and their teams are dedicated to creating great outcomes for their patients. Trust them and listen to the nursing staff and you'll be home before you know it! Wishing you both the best! ❤❤

Nancy, just think of the recovery and how much better you will feel afterwards. Will keep you in pray ... Read more

Nancy, just think of the recovery and how much better you will feel afterwards. Will keep you in prayer for your successful surgery and recovery. You will be fine and we will be here to welcome you in recovery. God bless you

Nancy Denny Thank you everyone for your kind words! They really !!!! Do help !! When your anxious like me!

Cheryl Mann Nancy and Jill - you are almost there! When you feel the anxiety creeping in, try to “reframe it� ... Read more

Cheryl Mann Nancy and Jill - you are almost there! When you feel the anxiety creeping in, try to “reframe it” as being excited to get this over with. It may sound a little strange, but it is a helpful way to manage anxiety and to get through the waiting period.

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