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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: October 1, 2021

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TEE Tuesday showed only trace regurgitation so I was set free in the afternoon! Dr. Gerdisch and his team were wonderful,
Janelle -- Great news and so thankful for the TEE findings!
YEAH JANELLE! Great smile. 🙏❤️
Right on. It’s over. Exhale! Life is good
The best news! You look wonderful. Embrace recovery - you’re on your way!
Yay! Great news, Janelle! Now - on to recovery!! Wishing you continued success!
Yay! Great news, Janelle! Now - on to recovery!! Wishing you continued success!
Janelle Hurst uploaded a photo
4 years ago (January 4, 2022)
Just thought I'd share some exciting news - I got engaged last week! Was shocked but so very happy! My fiance is so great, and has been so supportive during this crazy time.
Wishing you many happy years of marriage. It is very rewarding. Even after 55 years my wife still lights up my eyes.
Holy Moly!!! Congrats Janelle!!! Amazing!!!
Janelle - Congratulations on your engagement! Best wishes to you, both!!!
Janelle Hurst uploaded a photo
4 years ago (October 13, 2021)
Getting my head out of the clouds 😁
Yes, finding out you need heart surgery is a very upsetting bit of news. Glad you are doing better on the emotional portion of the journey! Great picture, by the way..
When I learned earlier this year, I needed open heart surgery, I went through a lot of emotions. I'm glad you found this site before your procedure, I just stumbled upon it, searching for answers regarding recovery. Support from others going through or have gone through what you're facing, is... Read more.
I was intrigued to read that you asked if anyone knows what caused it. I was not diagnosed till i was over 70 from a noise heard during my annual physical by the same doctor i had for 15/years. If i had it before, he would have heard it. My... Read more.
I had known since I was young that one day I would need open heart surgery. I'm talking back in the 1960s when they weren't doing them. Thankfully, I was too young to know to be scared. My parents were probably frightened. Anyway even knowing it was a possibility, I... Read more.
I had my aortic valve surgery at Cleveland Clinic. They are very professional and do not make you feel abnormal about whatever is going on with your heart. They have seen it all. They made a difficult time in my life go as smooth as possible.
thank you everyone for your kind words :) I knew some day I *might* require valve surgery but figured if I did need it I'd be much older than I am. The last 2 years have been challenging health-wise but I am learning to roll with the punches and not... Read more.

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