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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: May 2, 2017

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Jim Stutler posted a photo
7 years ago (June 20, 2018)
Blackett's Ridge, Sabino Canyon AZ.
Jim Stutler posted an update
7 years ago (June 20, 2018)
One year ago yesterday I had my "3 for 1" heart surgery. (Mitral valve repair, LAD bypass, and Ablasion). Feeling good, actually came out of retirement for a brief work stint this month.(Yikes!). Hope everyone here is on the way to better health. I count myself very fortunate indeed!
Jim Stutler posted an update
8 years ago (October 25, 2017)
Hard to believe its 4 months! I'm doing well, but have a question for the group. Have any of you had a by-pass included with your valve repair / replacement ? The reason I ask is that I am having considerable pain in my left chest wall, even at this... Read more.
Jim, try not to be discouraged. The recovery was successful but long for me! It will be almost 3yrs for me and I had multiple issues that were sustained from surgery. I worked hard at overcoming them through massage, meditation, walking, exercise, etc. it's a journey indeed. Several issues are... Read more.

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