Recent content by Jholt

I have had them as well. Mine come and go usually on hands or feet, and related to stress, very hot or cold temps, heavy work. Never got them before the warfarin. I think everyone is different so I would press the docs especially if they get worse or don't subside.

dehydration will def do it

Mine AV turned 6 in September 2020. Not too worried about the valve giving out. Much more so about the meds needed to keep it going. Will do whatever docs say and hope for the best. Awesome to see you guys with valves 40+ years on them. When I got mine in I was going to be happy if I got 25...

I'm on 13 a day. Started at 10 six years ago with aortic valve replacement at 45 years old. Seems to go up slowly every six months or so. When asked the cardiologist why he didn't have a solid answer, said maybe b/c I'm on the young side healthy and very active (until recently). Sucks as I'm...