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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: August 29, 2015

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Bethany Spence posted an update
9 years ago (June 27, 2016)
It has been quite some time since I have posted here. I am doing great. Post op 9 months now. We have moved to the Raleigh, NC area and am in need of a new cardiologist. Any suggestions??
Duke has some wonderful cardiologist and good ratings:)
Bethany Spence posted a photo
10 years ago (November 8, 2015)
Looking good, Bethany. Great to hear the hearings going well. Coming home soon? You'll love the first nights sleep with no one poking you in the middle of the night. Take care. Keep on healing. Drn
Bethany Spence posted an update
10 years ago (November 8, 2015)
6 days post surgery. Feeling better every day. Have to say, the chest tube was the worst part. Keep up on your pains meds post op. I made the mistake of trying to go without one time, very bad idea. I really needed the pain meds every four hours. The... Read more.
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Excellent posture while standing, and supporting your head/neck/shoulders while resting will help alleviate the rest of the back pain. You look great in your picture! -Meredith
So glad to hear you are feeling better and better. I will pray that your recovery continues to improve day by day!!
Keep up with the pain medication for a while. No need to be uncomfortable. The most important tasks are breathing exercises and walking. Best wishes Bethany!
Hi Bethany. ..glad your are in the road to recovery. You should have pain killer for at least 1 month. Or a litter more ...after a month start lower the doss. That will help you to sleep well. Take it easy.

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