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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Pulmonary Stenosis, Tricuspid Regurgitation

Member Since: April 26, 2025

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11 months ago (June 12, 2025)

6 of the hardest days of my life. I am home, recovering in spite of a nasty UTI. All I can say is I cried tears of joy waking up from surgery, cried tears of pain, tears of exhaustion. But, I am home with my family. In fact my surgeon... Read more.

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Deena Z

Mary, so hard to go through all this trauma, physically and mentally. In this case, one does not want to be so special. It must feel great to be home! Thank goodness the surgeon figured out in real time how to deal with your smaller sized organs, instead of dealing... Read more.

John Cook

Iâ€™m glad you made it through.

Valerie Allen

Welcome to recovery! Iâ€™m sorry your time was so difficult.

Mary Willett

I am happy to be in the survivors club.

Susan Lynn

Mary - I'm so sorry to hear you had such a difficult time. Hopefully, your recovery will be better than your hospital experience. Stay positive. Better days are ahead!

Robert Miller

I was happy waking up after surgery and all the nice nurses that took care of me. No appetite for a few days which helped me lose weight. I can't comment on the organ size. Never heard about that. As for the allergic reaction, I think that can happen. That... Read more.

Fidel Martãnez Ruiz

Yes Mary, we are all in the survivors club. We have to be resilient. God bless you!

Mary Willett

Thanks everyone. Feeling better everyday!!! I cooked for my dogs this morning. I have a lomg ways to go, but will get there.

Kimberly Eisenhut

Mary, I am so happy to see you home. You are a true warrior! You will do great, I just know it! Next pic with your family and cuddly pups. One day at a time, one step at a time. So much love, hugs and good wishes to you always❤️

Mary Willett

Puppers for sure in my next photo!!

Kimberly Eisenhut

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Mary Willett added photos to a journal post

11 months ago (May 17, 2025)

I am scheduled June 5th for my first open heart surgery to replace my aortic valve. Looking for tios to prep and what to expect after getting home. We have 2 second floor bathrooms, but none on the first floor. How difficult will it be to get up the stairs... Read more.

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Susan Lynn

Mary - i think you're going to want to stay on the second floor with an occasional visit downstairs for the first week or two. Most of us went home on diuretics, so frequent trips to the bathroom are pretty common. I also found the exertion associated with walking up... Read more.

Grace Mason

I agree with Susan, steps are doable but if no bathroom on first floor, I would probably spend more time upstairs than down for a few weeks after surgery, at least. Cute doggie!

Ana Brusso

Mary, I totally agree with my little Angel ðŸ˜‡ Susan Lynn. At least for the first two weeks or four. Blessings ðŸ™â¤ï¸

Dan Fouratt

I agree with Susan and grace about the bathroom but you also need to walk after. Not sure if the second floor is conducive to that. Can you add a treadmill (used) to move. It looks like you have the room and I am sure there are used ones out... Read more.

Mary Willett

Thank you everyone!!! 1st, yes she is very cute little boxer dog. My Winnie. My husband told me tonight he has a TV coming and a treadmill. So, now I just need to find a comfortable chair and a mini fridge. I appreciate the feedback so much. I agree that... Read more.

Yumiko Ishida

My home is 3 stories but there is a powder room on the first floor. I essentially lived in the living room where there is space for a recliner. Went upstairs to shower, and that was fine, but I agree with others that youâ€™re not going to want to have... Read more.

Mary Willett

I agree!

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11 months ago (May 14, 2025)

This was last fall at Yellowstone National Park. I hope it back because I didnt see any wolves in my travels. I had my TEE (which was far worse than the angio) and only need surgery on my aortic valve which is huge relief. I woke up from TEE and... Read more.