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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Pulmonary Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm, Atrial Fibrillation

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Paige Aguilar posted an update

4 years ago (June 24, 2021)

Today I am 1 week post op. I've been home for 2 days now, kinda missing the comfort of the hospital bed lol I've had trouble sleeping...anyone get night sweats and strange dreams after? I wake up quiet a few times at night although pain doesn't help lol Also having... Read more.

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Deena Z

Yay, you're home. We all have been rooting for you! You're beyond a warrior.— gladiator status! Of course, strange dreams and all sorts of different emotions, given what we just went through. Are you kidding?!$&@!. It's life and mind altering. As for the bruise, it's probably getting bigger, because of... Read more.

Susan Lynn

Paige - I had bypass done through my femoral artery, too. I had a big lump and huge bruise at the entry site. I was concerned and asked the nurse about it. I was told they would both go away and they did, but it did take awhile. If you're... Read more.

Anonymous

Hello Paige, welcome to recovery. So glad you're home. I experienced the night sweats but I don't remember strange dreams. Praying for your complete recovery. God bless you

Dylan Kempers

Susan, my surgery was about 2 months ago and I still have a big lump (no bruise) at the entry site of my femoral artery. I'm going to have a vascular echo to check it out soon. How long did it take to go away in your case?

Susan Lynn

Dylan - Mine was gone in less than two months. The vascular echo is probably a good idea. If you're not having any issues with the blood flow in your leg, it may just be some lingering inflammation. Please keep us posted on your results. ❤

Craig Atwater

No night sweats, but strange dreams and odd visions. According to what I've read about "pumphead" frequently disrupted sleep, hallucinations, and temperature management problems (I was always cold) can occur. However, all symptoms went away over time.

Paige Aguilar posted a photo

4 years ago (June 21, 2021)

3 Days Post OP!

Paige Aguilar posted a photo

4 years ago (June 20, 2021)

Today I am 4 days Post OP. Valve sparing and repaired my aortic anuerysm. It has been a long hard 4 days. Heart did not want tostart back up, so my stay is a bit longer to see if I am going to need a pacemaker or not!

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Marie Myers

You sure have been through a lot! Wishing you a speedy, uncomplicated recovery!

Linda Alsdorf

God bless you and take care!

Peter Linn

We are with you, sending positive energy and prayers

Anonymous

Praying for you Paige. Continued recovery and God bless you

Deena Z

Paige, thinking of you and said a prayer for your healing to be speedy and no need for a pacemaker. Hang-in-there. You are beyond strong!! You have lots of people here thinking and praying for you. We want you to out of there and in recovery soon!

Mike Dotson

Sending positive thoughts your way Paige.

Lisa Coombe

That was my worry that my heart wouldn't start back up but from all accounts I had no complications

Debra Keife

It should all be uphill for you from now on. Good luck and speedy recovery!

Paige Aguilar

THANK YOU ALL! Lisa That has always been a big fear of mine. i think everyones really. The percent of any "Major" complications for my surgery was 2% While that is relatively low, The percent of the population with my specific disease is about % which is low. You never... Read more.

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