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It's been a number of years since I have stopped by. Hope everyone has been doing well! I am now 19 years post Medtronic Tilting Disk Mitral valve. Recent exam proved positive, though I am still awaiting my echo. I am feeling well heart wise. Not expecting a big chance since my 2016 exam. The...

It's been a number of years since I have stopped by. Hope everyone has been doing well! I am now 19 years post Medtronic Tilting Disk Mitral valve. Recent exam proved positive, though I am still awaiting my echo. I am feeling well heart wise. Not expecting a big chance since my 2016 exam. The...

It's been a number of years since I have stopped by. Hope everyone has been doing well! I am now 19 years post Medtronic Tilting Disk Mitral valve. Recent exam proved positive, though I am still awaiting my echo. I am feeling well heart wise. Not expecting a big chance since my 2016 exam. The...

It's been a number of years since I have stopped by. Hope everyone has been doing well! I am now 19 years post Medtronic Tilting Disk Mitral valve. Recent exam proved positive, though I am still awaiting my echo. I am feeling well heart wise. Not expecting a big chance since my 2016 exam. The...

Just wanted to pop in and say hello. Hope everyone is doing well! :)

Hello all, Lorraine asked me to post for her. She is in the hospital after a 6 hour bout of A-Fib. Once reaching the hospital..she was given a cocktail of meds. One of which I recall to be lopressor. She soon retunred to normal sinus. I asked her how oftern she goes into A-Fib. Used a 2 year...

Hello all, Hope this finds you well!:) I have a dental issue to contend with. Need an extraction, do to my molar from top moving into bottom position and causing friction. Opted out of the dental implant many years ago. Have a localized infection that they placed me on Amox 500,x3 daily for...

Lorraine, Steve, Cort and myself met up yesterday for lunch! Was great to see you all!!!We hope to do this again on a more "regular" basis. Cort has posted the meet up for October in Volo, IL. In the meantime, we will plan to meet for lunch or other activity in the near future. If you are...

I am certain this subject has been kicked around. Apologize for being repetitive. Questions, wondering if those taking fish oil could share type and how effects the INR. Would like to add some sort of product to my regime. Recently had a good check up. Valve looks great, EF 55, BP Normal. I...

Just had my 12yr check today. Has it been that long? Where did all the time go?! Valve looks great. Have some marked scar tissue (stable) from the original surgery. No issues. Feel wonderful. On the 1 year plan. Will get it checked again next March! :)

Local members will meet in Crystal Lake, IL. Sunday, Oct. 18th for lunch @ 12PM. If you are interested in joining us......please send a PM for information on location. Hope to see you then!:)

Most of us do not have concern about obtaining prophylactics. Mainly because we have had valve replacement. And it is approved for such. As many of you may be aware, they have changed the guidelines for those that have valve issues other than replacmen. Let's use MVP with reguirg as an example...

Top of the mornin':D And a very Happy St. Pat's day! Figured I would bring this recipe to the top. Have already started and plan to enjoy this evening! http://www.valvereplacement.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6724&highlight=corned+beef

Here is a photo from the main dinner on Friday evening. Huge thanks going out to QAS for sponsoring this wonderful evening! Great time was had by all.:)

Did something stupid. Dropped a 40lb picture frame on the top of my naked foot. Day 6 and was not feeling better. Much pain, walking with difficulty. Doc seems to think it's a hematoma. Wanted to rule out fracture. Way it looks and feels, could be broken. I feel a snaping when walking. Finally...

We have a number of members with Marfan's. Friend of the family has a child with Marfan's. (He may join VR.com). Seeking information and support, etc. Anyone aware of a group similar to VR.com for general Marfan's support/info? I am not certain if there is heart or valve issues at this point...

Will be calling my GP in the AM. Did see her earlier this week. Confirmed that I have influenza type B. Fever just broke. Upon minor exertion, i.e. walking I start to wheeze. Not much on the chest. Minor congestion. It feels like my bronchial tubes (if that is the right term) are constricted...

Well, here I am. 9 years out from my MVR!:) Doing well. Thank you for your support and friendship! :)

Stating this drug could cause death for up to 30 days. When I had my Tamponade, week 3, major bleed, window, fully transfused and knocking on "deaths" door. Wonder if I was given Trasylol? What are some of the other replacement alternatatives? And....how safe are they?:confused...

Thought I would help Cort out and post the details for our local gathering. As always, if you are not in the area and would like to join in....all are welcome! As I am certain 2pm will not be during the lunch rush...regardless, please post your attendance intentions. If a larger seating area...