Nancy White - Heart Valve Journal

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383 days ago

I just read the newsletter and was surprised when I read about AFib which I’m experiencing. I needed that!
I had my surgery Oct 7th aortic valve and aneurysm ...Read more

I just read the newsletter and was surprised when I read about AFib which I’m experiencing. I needed that!
I had my surgery Oct 7th aortic valve and aneurysm repair. I unfortunately ended up with a pacemaker.
I understand that AFib will go away, in most cases. It’s still very scary.
I’m doing well. I too have worked out since my 20’s and feel I’m recovering very well.
I love this blog as it gets me through the day.
Also thank you Adam. I picked my surgeon from an interview you did. Dr Weiss, St Luke’s Hospital.

Klara Čičić Dear Nancy, it is still early, and Afib is very common in the first 12 weeks after the surgery. I kn ... Read more

Klara Čičić Dear Nancy, it is still early, and Afib is very common in the first 12 weeks after the surgery. I know how unpleasant they can be. I hope you experience less and less of them! Stay positive and keep ticking :)

Jill Porter Hi! I also had Afib after my surgery. Periodically before surgery too. I was so worried that it would ... Read more

Jill Porter Hi! I also had Afib after my surgery. Periodically before surgery too. I was so worried that it wouldn't go away but with medication it reverted back to sinus rhythm after about five weeks. It is a very distressing feeling. You have to just take one day at a time and trust that your heart will heal and it will go away. I'm sure your doctors are doing whatever is necessary for you.

DeWayne Adamson Been wondering how you're doing.

Nancy White Thanks everyone
I guess I need to be more patient. I love this blog!

DeWayne Adamson How are you doing?

Nancy Whiteposted an update

439 days ago

I am 72 and soon to undergo an aortic valve replacement/aortic aneurysm, October 7. I have been asymptomatic since diagnosis but it has become severe. I’m ...Read more

I am 72 and soon to undergo an aortic valve replacement/aortic aneurysm, October 7. I have been asymptomatic since diagnosis but it has become severe. I’m nervous but I know it has to be done.
Thank you Adam for relieving my anxiety with your experience and knowledge. Without you I wouldn’t have found my surgeon.

Rose Madura Six years ago, at age 59, I had the same surgery as you. It's not easy but it is doable. Trust the ... Read more

Rose Madura Six years ago, at age 59, I had the same surgery as you. It's not easy but it is doable. Trust the doctors and listen to your body. I did have some complications but they were all sorted out and now I am doing very well! Godspeed.

Valerie Allen Nancy, I will be having that surgery too. I am 71. I am sending prayers to you and your team and look ... Read more

Valerie Allen Nancy, I will be having that surgery too. I am 71. I am sending prayers to you and your team and look forward to hearing from you after you recover sufficiently!