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Hello Bob! sorry to hear your news. I know that feeling - I was told in 2004 at age 53 that I had "moderate to severe" mitral regurgitation but no mv prolapse. Since then it was downgraded for a few years to mild but now it is back to moderate. I hate the uncertainty of it all. I live on the...

I was given two 1 mg tablets of Ativan one to take one hour before and then one immediately before my MRI. Not being used to an anti-anxiety med I am just concerned how it will make me feel. I hope it makes me very drowsy and doesn't make me feel dizzy. I wouldn't want to be dizzy inside the...

I've been away from the board for quite a while and actually wasn't a very good member when I was here and I'm not sure what I really want to ask you but I just need to talk with someone who may have "been there, done that" if you don't mind. I'm having a cardiac MRI on Wednesday and am very...

Lyn, I'm so sorry to read of Justin's infection and upcoming surgery. You and he will be in my prayers and thoughts. You are a very brave and strong Mom! I'm sorry that you and Justin have had to deal with so much. I can't fathom it all.

My husband's cath is now history. We were very lucky that no blockage was actually found. The cardio called me from the procedure room when he was done and told me that he saw some plaque build-up and narrowed arteries but not a blockage. He also mentioned something about arterial spasms. The...

more thanks Mamanordy, Westie, Jill and Lyn for sharing your thoughts and experiences. We were told today that Joe has the first appointment Thursday morning at 7:30. We have to check in at 6:00 which is good for him - less time to be hungry and less time to worry. Less time to sleep too -...

after a long weekend of googling we are still up in the air about how my husband wants to have his cath done. I found lots to read and it seems that those in favor of using the wrist are passionate about it and those against are just as passionate about not using it. such as in the follwing...

My husband saw an interventional cardiologist today at a large teaching hospital in Boston and is scheduled for a cardiac cath next Thursday, October 22. (This is because of reduced blood flow and an abnormal EKG on his nuclear stress test.) At the very end of the exam and discussion the...

we have an appointment in Boston we have an appointment in Boston Just thought I'd give you an update... I actually took a giant step late Tuesday afternoon. The cardiologist's assistant called me back and asked if we had a particluar doctor in mind at the BWH. When I said no, we are just...

I just called the cardio's office and told the receptionist that we want to book a cath and we want it done at BWH. Phew! We talked it all out last night and this morning Joe gave me the go-ahead. I knew it made sense to go to BWH but it was soooo very hard to discuss that option with the...

We saw the cardio today and it looks like my husband is having a cardiac catherization. Although the cardio did not say it was mandatory she highly recommended it over the alternative of increasing his statin to 80 mg and careful follow-up for the next few months followed by another nuclear...

Thnak you! thank you! all your replies are much appreciated! so my questions for my husband's cardio (who I have never met and he saw once at his first appointment and at the stress test) tomorrow should include: 1) how many caths does the cardio she refers him to do per week? We prefer a...

Forgive me - this is not a valve question but I was hoping I could get some help from some of you who have first-hand experience with cardiac catehrization and basic cardiac knowledge. My husband might need to have a cardiac cath and I'm wondering if there is a protocol to follow about...

Steve, I'm very happy for you that your AS is stable and you have received a reprieve. I'm also very happy that you have such a good attitude about being in the "waiting room". I'm actually a little jealous and need to change my "worry-wart" attitude and be more like you. I can't stand the...

Hello Everyone! As I posted earlier this week Jeanne had her mitral valve replaced on March 17 and as her husband Mark reported "come through the operation OK, surgeon described it a routine" I have since received two more updates from him with more good news and thought I would share it will...

Greetings All! I have the pleasure and honor to report that Jeanne's surgery is over and was a success. I received the following 2 emails from her husband: Message #1 Sent: Tuesday, March 17, 2009 1:37:06 AM Subject: Jeanne - operation update Suzie, Just to keep you updated Jeanne come...

Hank, Please accept my very belated (have not been on the boards for 3 weeks) but very sincerest sympathy on the passing of your Mother. You and your family have my condolences at this very sad time. I am sorry...

Ross, so sorry to hear of all the complications. hope all the good thoughts and prayers from everyone at VR will help you recover soon. I'm sorry that you have to deal with such financial woes when you should be putting all your energy into healing. Godspeed!

Dawn Marie, Of course you will be in my prayers and best wishes. I'm so glad that you are getting this chance and we will all be waiting to hear nothing but good news from you when you return home. That's good that they are keeping you in the hospital so someone can watch over you. You are...

Good for you Louanne! I'm sure it must be overwhelming finally getting a date but hopefully you will also feel somwhat at peace without worrying about the when. Take Good Care of yourself over the next few weeks while you prepare for your big day. I hope you can pamper yourself and perhaps...