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So I met with my surgeon yeaterday only to find out some encouraging information about my On-X valve. So seven weeks to the day after my AVR I visited with my cardiothoracic surgeon for a check up. He looked me over asked some questions and then he proceeded to talk to me about my INR protocol...

I'd like to thank all of the members here on VR.org for all of their posts and volunteering so much valuable information to others seeking answers and advice. This information has helped put so many of us at ease going into difficult times. The information helps people learn and knowledge is...

So I had my pre op meetings last Tuesday and in talking to the physiotherapist had my baseline readings noted. I reached over 4000 ml on 3 consecutive attempts. The physiotherapist said that this was very good and that 4200 ml(My first attempt) was the highest reading she had seen in 4 years to...

So my surgery is booked for March 29th 2016 and I'm starting to feel uneasy about the whole surgery and recovery. The surgery itself has me a bit nervous but also the financial strain we will be under for the months following while i recover before i can get back to work. As it is, we are...

Hi all, So last week I was told by my surgeon that I'll have my surgery "end of March or beginning of April". I did a quick search but didn't find much so I'll pose the question: Does anyone have any specific recommendations on vitamins or minerals to take or avoid while preparing for my...

So after my visit with the Cardiologist this week, he recommended for me to get proactive about some "house keeping" items before I have surgery. One of these items is any dental work should be done as soon as possible, So I talked to my dentist and his protocol for heart patients is 4 500mg...

I was just curious to see other peoples accounts on fatigue and sleep. I have seen a major change over the last 5-6 years in my sleep, it seems as though I could sleep all night and day and never wake up rested. I literally can't remember when the last time I woke up rested but it has been years...

I just got out of a meeting with a Cardiac Surgeon here in Calgary and I'm very upset to say the least. I have moderate to severe regurgitation(AV) and am very tired but have no shortness of breath. The surgeon asked how my health is otherwise and I said great, I had a stress test yesterday and...

Hello all, I would like to start by thanking you all for your posts, stories, opinions and courage as I have been "creeping" on this site for a couple of months already. Back in May of this year my wife urged me to go get a physical after me mentioning that I have been quite lethargic for some...