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Heart Surgery Recovery Tips by Experts

Heart diseases are very common nowadays and itu2019s a prominent cause of death across the United States. Undoubtedly, heart surgery is an option and can treat heart problems. To make heart surgery successful, doctors use cerebral protection devices during Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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Heart Surgery Recovery Tips by Experts

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  1. Heart Surgery Recovery Tips by Experts

  2. An Overview Undeniably, heart diseases are very common. In fact, heart disease is a leading cause of death across the United States. According to a recent survey report, one person dies every 36 seconds from heart disease. Approximately, 655,000 Americans die every year from heart diseases. Certainly, heart surgery is an option and can treat heart problems. To make heart surgery successful, doctors use cerebral protection devices during cardiac procedures. This device prevents the brain from a stroke during cardiovascular procedures. Clearly, recovery takes time after heart surgery. Well, the first phase of the recovery can take 6 to 8 weeks but you need to follow a set of instructions for post-surgery care. These instructions for post-surgery care help you heal faster.

  3. Let’s dive into some heart surgery recovery tips: 1 3 Wound Care Emotional Well-Being 2 Pain Relief

  4. Wound Care Make sure that your wound is clean and dry. However, you can take bath within few days. Apart from this, you need to follow a specific diet for quick recovery. If you are experiencing redness or warmth around your wound, high fever, edges pulling apart; then call the doctor immediately.

  5. Pain Relief Once you get discharged from the hospital, your doctor will prescribe you pain medication. Well, some discomfort like tightness, itching, numbness around the wound is normal. These problems will fade with time. If possible, you can indulge yourself in some exercises and activities.

  6. Emotional Well-Being Having sad feelings after heart surgery is quite common and will pass within few weeks. To keep yourself emotionally well: Walk daily Get dressed every day Share your feelings with others Get a sound sleep Involve yourself in social activities

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