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Just curious if anyone here deals with depression as well as heart issues? I was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder about 10+ years ago. I'm five and a half weeks post surgery and really getting low again. I'm not sure if I should just try to suck out up or if it's something I should...

I'm almost five weeks post-surgery, double valve replacement of my aortic and mitral valves. My INR levels are still bouncing like crazy. I've been told that it will eventually level off, any idea when that might happen? I was having digestive issues but they have been resolved so I've been...

After my check-UP yesterday with my cardiologist he is sending me to cardiac rehab. I'm excited but not sure what to expect. I was not fit our in shape before surgery, and despite a 30+ pound weight loss I'm not fit still. So what do you do there? What kind of clothing should I wear? How...

I know it's not much but I am so happy to be a month out from my surgery. Everybody says it gets better and I am waiting for that! Surgery wise, I'm actually feeling pretty good. My scabs are almost gone, and my incision is looking great. Other than my stomach issues, I feel good.

I am 3 and 1/2 weeks out from having my mitral and aortic valves replaced. I received mechanical valves. I came home from the hospital just over a week ago. I came home with a boatload of medication. Every day I am extremely nauseous and often vomit throughout the morning. I have stumped my...