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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: February 9, 2015

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Pam Driggs posted an update

11 years ago (March 13, 2015)

Can anyone please share what they were told to do for incision healing and to reduce scarring? My surgeon's office did not tell me too much and I have a few thickened areas that I Hope I can get rid of!! thank you!!!!

Jen Huff

I'm going to use Biocornieum - it's FDA approved containing silicone. You can get it from a dermatologist or plastic surgeon's office. My surgeon said 3-4 weeks post op.

Ed Smith

Pam, I have used Maderma in the past with success following minor surgery several years ago (suggested by a dermatologist). Walgreens also has a generic version with the same ingredients. My Cardiologist said to be sure there are no scabs left before applying anything (other than soap & water).

Pam Driggs posted an update

11 years ago (March 5, 2015)

I was wondering if people would share how long they took pain meds after surgery? I am day 10 out of surgery and still taking them. If I try to skip a dose I can feel the pain but it is not too bad. I just wonder if I should... Read more.

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Arlie Rauch

I don't seem to remember the details too well. My mitral valve repair was almost 2 years ago. I was warned to stay away from some pain meds. I did take the prescribed meds until I could get along well without them. My pain seemed bad for maybe the first... Read more.

Judi Nunez

Hi Pam, I can clearly see staples so you probably don't have them. Looks like a zipper. I feel same about medication. I take Percocet but only when I'm feeling pain. Usually just 1 in morning and 1 before bed. If I'm uncomfortable during day I take half. I'm trying... Read more.

Pat Bluemel

Each person handles pain differently. Like Bill I was on Tylenol on day 3 in step down, that's mainly because I am narc intolerant. Tylenol does help I take it about twice a day now when I need it.

Rob Wigley

I found that a week after surgery all I needed was Naproxen (Aleve).......

Pam Driggs posted a photo

11 years ago (March 4, 2015)

My boys......Tiger and Tyler. Retired racing greyhounds.

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Ed Smith

Everyone I know who has a rescue greyhound tells me what wonderful, gentle dogs they are. I suspect you've read "Comet's Tale," but if not, it's a lovely story (and an easy read).