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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) | Last Active: Mar 10 9:47pm | Replies (763)Comment receiving replies
Hi, I have HCM and I am going to have surgery in July. I am wondering about the recovery so I can prepare myself mentally and physically.
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Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect, @hjanet8. Such a good question to ask about recovery so that you can prepare yourself mentally and physically. You'll appreciate these discussions where @ronpetrovich @bpickartz @rrowner2 @carsangelop @mbcube @badmac @karukgirl and other members have shared their recovery experiences.
– HCM CARE tips – What do you wish you had known for after surgery? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hcm-care-tips-what-do-you-wish-you-had-known-for-after-surgery/
- What is the recovery like following septal myectomy? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/what-is-the-recovery-like-following-septal-myectomy/
- Freaking out a bit - Upcoming surgery! https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/freaking-out-a-bit/
Janet: Where are you having your surgery, if I may ask?
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Hi there is not much to do physically. Mentally set your life in order leave nothing left unsaid to the ones that you love. Get ready to hurt don't be afraid to get max pain meds to start easier to get up with it. I myself have been opened up 3 times for HOCM, SAM, Two valve replacement. Don't worry you go to sleep then you wake up. I will pray for you. RMc.