Todd's Posts

Yes-the waiting period is difficult and anxiety provoking. I think many of us can relate to what you are experiencing. I found it helpful to focus on the very positive statistics associated with SAVR and how much better I'd feel with a more functional aortic valve---I'm now 3 wks post op and everything I've experienced was manageable and recovery is proceeding well. I hope that you can find some coping strategies for the present period (deep breathing, meditation, time w friends/family and any sort of physical exercise that you enjoy)--all helped me during the waiting phase. I can tell you that the 24 hrs before surgery and pre-op period flew by--there's almost no time to be nervous--sending positive energy and hope that you can find some ease from the anxiety.

Hi Todd, as others have mentioned, the waiting is difficult. You'll be in recovery before you know it. Keep in mind that these surgeries are done every day and the doctors know what to do even if you have complications. Try to focus on the positive that the odds are un your favor. You are a heart warrior! Godspeed.

Normal Todd. I too was very anxious but the veterans on this site talked me though it and were 100 % correct. You will be in the recovery phase next before you know it. We are lucky to live where we do and have access to our great medical system ( for the most part)

I, too, was extremely anxious about my surgery. But i knew it just had to be done. Listening to calming meditations and doing yoga helped me. If you are able to do any walking , bike riding, or light stretching it can help also. I did ask my doc for some alprazolam .25mg to help me sleep at night. For me, getting some decent sleep really helped. Wishing you peace during your wait!