Loeys-Dietz Syndrome

Hello, I'm Mikan. In my previous post, I introduced the tapes and medications I use for scar care. Today, I’d like t...

Learn about my scar care routine using various tapes (MicroPore, Atofine, Steri-Strip, MepiForm) and medications (Hirudoid, Bio-Oil) to manage scars effectively after surgery.

Discover essential tips for managing postoperative scars, from hypertrophic scars to keloids, with a focus on Loeys-Dietz Syndrome. Learn how to care for your scars patiently and effectively.

Read about my firsthand experience with coronary catheterization for assessing narrowed arteries—discover the process, precautions, and outcomes of this minimally invasive test.

Discover my personal account of undergoing subclavian artery aneurysm surgery for Loeys-Dietz Syndrome, from early symptoms to postoperative recovery and tips for managing nerve compression and clot risks.

Join me as I share my detailed journey from the day of aortic root replacement surgery through ICU challenges, rehabilitation, and gradual recovery.

Explore my personal journey as I chose valve-sparing aortic root replacement surgery and underwent extensive preoperative preparation. (Part I)

Read my real-life experience of undergoing synthetic graft replacement surgery for an abdominal aortic aneurysm due to Loeys-Dietz Syndrome, from pre-surgery fears to post-op recovery.

Hello, I’m Mikan. In my previous posts—The Hardships of Living with LDS , , and —I’ve shared various aspects of livi...

Discover the journey of social reintegration after LDS surgeries—covering recovery milestones, exam challenges, and returning to work amid everyday struggles.