Search results

Hey Everyone! I just had AVR on Feb. 18 and everything is going great! My only problem is headaches. I know blood pressure meds can cause that, but just wanted to see if anyone has noticed the same thing. Thanks

Thank Everyone for replying!!! I'm just really nervous. I have my surgery scheduled next month (On-x valve), but the other day I googled coumadin side effects and started freaking out. I just need to relax and stop being so paranoid. I'm seeing a psychiatrist tomorrow to help cope with the...

Most of the things I read about coumadin are bad. A lot of people talk about being tired all the time, joint pain, and hair loss. I was planning on getting an On-x valve to avoid a second surgery, but now I rather get a tissue valve and just face another surgery in the future. This is the site...

I will be having surgery (AVR) next month and wanted to see what problems people have faced when using coumadin long term. Thanks, Fern

The other day I met with my surgeon to schedule my AVR. He told me that my ascending aorta is dilated--4.1 I think, but he did not recommend replacing it. I told him that I wanted to try to avoid a second and if he could replace it. He told me that he would wrap it with some sort of material. I...

Hey Everyone, Today I met with my surgeon and set the date (2/18) to have an AVR. I have so many mixed feelings. I'm happy and scared at the same time. I'm sure a lot of you know what I mean. I want to say thank you to everyone for sharing their story and taking the time to reply to my...

Thank you everyone for your replies! A lot of helpful information!

Hey Anthony, I found your blog and started following you on Instagram. I hope everything is going well and thanks for sharing your story. -Fern

Hey everyone, I will be having AVR next month and was wondering if anyone has information on foods, diets, or supplements that aid in the recovery process. I have read that L-Glutamine and Collagen help in repairing damaged tissue.

I've never heard of Medtronic, but I'll definitely look into it! Do you have any information about it that you can share with me? The reason why I am wanting an On-X valve is because I have read that it has a retardant that may prevent Pannus Tissue Growth and there are current studies where...

I met with a surgeon today and he recommended that I get a St. Jude valve for my AVR. Based on the research I have done and the information that I have gathered from this forum, I feel like I should get an Onyx valve. The surgeon did make an excellent point regarding the St. Jude's reputation...

That's awesome you're from Houston too! How long ago did you have AVR and how are you doing after?

Thanks for the info!!! Keep me updated on your recovery and good luck to you too!!

Hey Everyone! I'm new to the site and just wanted to see if there is anyone in their 20's or early 30's that has had ARV. I just found out that I will be needing this soon and would like to hear from others who have already gone through this experience. I live a very active lifestyle, so my...

Hey Everyone! New to the site and just wanted to say Hi!