Recent content by mknuppel

Do you use meds to control bpm and the heart rhythm? I just started heading down this path several days ago. It’s good to hear that it doesn’t affect your life negatively!

I know I really debated on wether to get a swine or mechanical valve at the time. Dr said the swine would be good for about 15 years. Decided to go with the mechanical since there is no way to predict what my health would like in 15 years…

Awesome! Keep on clicking😁

Congratulations!

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Thanks for sharing! Congratulations!

13 years and still clicking away ❤️👍

I've read several of the books mentioned. I also found this one to be very informative and interesting. Healing Hearts by Kathy Magliato M.D. -MikeK

I've read several of the books mentioned. I also found this one to be very informative and interesting. Healing Hearts by Kathy Magliato M.D. -MikeK

Outstanding! Congratulations! Wishing you many more...

I started sleeping with a white noise machine - don't hear a thing :-) -MikeK

Referring back to dick0236's earlier post. I always enjoy your positive outlook in your postings! Always lifts me up when I want to bring myself down. I just wanted to say thanks! I agree with your statements - My doctor indicated that my life expectancy would not be affected. The valve will...

Best of luck with the recovery! Use the "breathing" tube and keep moving. Wish you the best!

I'm Not Dead... Yet! by Robby Benson My wife got me this book. It was an interesting read. I did not think it would be a synopsis of his film career. However, when he wrote about what it is like to be an open heart patient, he nailed it. -MikeK

Way to go!!