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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: March 9, 2023

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Mike Mckenna got a guestbook from Grace Mason

2 years ago (October 30, 2023)

Just checking in with you Mike since you had your thorocentesis. Have you had good results, with no additional fluid buildup or are they still monitoring it? Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

Mike Mckenna

Hi Grace! No other problems after the thoracentesis thankfully. It was amazing how much better I could breathe after 800 ml drained. I would say that at 10 ish weeks, I'm 95-98%. Will finish up cardiac rehab at 12 weeks to celebrate. I did have to get my carvedilol dosage... Read more.

Grace Mason

That is wonderful news, Mike. Love hearing thisâ¤ï¸ I hope to feel 95% at 10 weeks!! I am starting rehab in a couple days ðŸ‘