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

Member Since: August 22, 2016

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Jane Buttram posted an update

9 years ago (October 10, 2016)

It's been one week today since my surgery. I was interested to learn that my "bicuspid" valve turned out to be a tricuspid with 2 flaps fused together, virtually making the heart behave as if it were bicuspid. My surgeon had doubted it was bicuspid , even though confirmed by... Read more.

Phyllis Petersen

Sorry you've had a set back, but glad that you seem to be progressing. Listen to your body with regards to the pain medicine. As long as you're honest with your doctors, they can advise you when to taper. Good luck with going home tomorrow!

Ellen Leng

Good news about the valve! I'm sure you'll get home soon.

Amy Steele

You'll get there. Remember to take things one step and one day at a time. (That was as much a reminder for me as you..) you will continue to be in my prayers.

Jane Buttram posted a photo

9 years ago (October 7, 2016)

3rd day out of surgery. Back in rhythm now after going into A Fib.had restful night. Dr says "maybe Sun" for a going home date.

👍 Craig Gay, Jody Adams and reacted to this

Carmen P

Glad you are doing well.

Ed Miskovic

Eight months after surgery, I still sleep with my Mended Hearts pillow. It's comfortable and comforting. Thanks for sharing.

Phyllis Petersen

Great to hear from you and that things are moving forward in your recovery. May it all be smooth sailing from here on.

Ellen Leng

So glad you posted! That AFib is obnoxious post op! My team (and the studies) describe that 30-50%of valve patients get it early in the post-op period. I'm still so blocked down on metoprolol that my jaw muscles get tired with chewing!! Beautiful pillow, hope you are alee of the... Read more.