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Thanks for all the responses and words of encouragement. I had my pre-admission exam yesterday. I’ll be having an AVR, MVR, two grafts and one other plumbing procedure this coming Monday, 09/16/13. I was told the actual surgery will take 5 to 7 hours. Interestingly, I was told by my...

I’m getting psyched-up for traditional OHS next week (Sept. 16th). I’ve seen a couple references of being given a full surgical body shave (neck to toe) prior to surgery. Tell me it “AIN’T SO”! I don’t mind the shave but, from past experience, I tend to be a little shy and ticklish in...

I’ve been lurking on this site since February (2013) when I learned I’d be in need of OHS (AVR, MVR & grafts). I’ve noticed that most posts are not overly concerned with potentially negative side-effects of the surgery. Even though doctors list the possibility of everything from diarrhea to...