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Young Mom I had OHS at Duke (Dr.Glower) 7 months ago. I work full time and was getting calls regularly. You can only do what you can do. They will work with you. Even if you pay 5 -10 dollars a month, you will be fine. Just let them know that's all you can pay. There is nothing they can do to...

I, too, had my cath 3 weeks before my valve surgery and was glad to have it out of the way. Having it done before gave me more time to prepare for and focus on the surgery. The day before surgery is such a whirlwind.

Hi, I too had mitral valve repaired (6 weeks ago) and am still experiencing right arm and shoulder blade discomfort. I also have numbness in areas of my right upper chest and shoulder blade which is managed by Tylenol (625mg) perscribed by my surgeon. Occasional heat pad applied also helps...

Thanks for the responses. Am at Duke getting checked in for pre-op work. @TomG - thanks for the reassurance that my thoughts are normal. When I meet with the surgeon 3 weeks ago he, too, said I needed something done within 6 months. Imagine my surprise when out of my mouth came "when's your...

Scheduled to check in to Duke on Monday (27th) with MV surgery on Tues. Seem to be getting much more anxious and nervous :eek2: So many thoughts and emotions surfacing but trying to stay positive. May sound silly but can't help but wonder if I will be one of those very rare statistics that...

Good luck with your appointment. I hope all goes well.

GOOD LUCK tomorrow, please keep us posted; you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Thanks for the update. Nice to hear as I approach the one week mark to surgery.

We'll have you in our thoughts and prayers on the 22nd!

I was given similar info from my cardiologist (next 3-6 months). Met with the surgeon a week ago who said the MV was so severe it looks like it's ready to tear off. Surgery is scheduled for Aug. 28th. A shock to say the least BUT I'm thankful he is ready to do this sooner than later as the...

Keith, thanks for sharing. It is always great to read about other's experiences especially for those of us who are facing surgery very soon. Thanks again

Glad to hear you're doing well

Great news.

Good Luck you'll be in our thoughts and prayers

You are NOT the only one who feels that way. Many have similar thoughts. Try to stay positive. We will all be praying for you. I can definitely relate to your feelings; my turn Aug 28th. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. All will be good. Please keep us posted.

That is great news. I go in for a Mitral Valve repair (I hope) on Aug.28th and hope I'm able to say the same at my 6 month checkup. Congratulations!

Prayers for a smooth surgery

Very well stated...

welcome Mike and good luck on the 14th

Ross, That is amazing! Prayers for continued speedy recovery for you.