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In a previous thread I raised the problem of getting lower than expected INR values (such as 1.9 when I should be nearer 3.5). I had some great and wise advice from several members here, including this from Ross... Whatever that dose was, is your sweet spot, I'll bet on it! Let me guess, they...

I had a mechanical aortic valve and root repair done 10 weeks ago, and just had the all clear from my cardio. Since having my op, my INR level has been tested every week and it has varied from 1.8 up to 4.3. I am taking Warfarin doses in the range 1.5 - 3 mg daily. Can anyone offer advice on...

I went to see my cardio this week and had an ECG and Echo. They'll use the info as a baseline to monitor my heart over time. Everything looks fine. I mentioned about getting some irregular heart beats (mainly at night), and the cardio said that he could see some signs of that on my ECG. His...

I had my AVR surgery 8 weeks back and so far my recovery progress has been good. I've had the usual sterum pain, stiffness and discomfort sleeping etc, but these conditions have all improved. I've been doing daily walks OK but have not yet progressed to anything more strenuous ! However, at...

Dear All I got out of hospital this week after having surgery on Feb 5th. I feel much relieved as you can imagine - although still very tired and sore. I had an Aortic Root Repair including mechanical valve replacement, and was actually out for some 14 hours. Just been having a few short...

When walking about in the first week or two after surgery how is your balance normally ? Is a walking stick normally needed ? Many Thanks George

Hello everyone I have been a forum member since last August, but a fairly quiet one. I have found it to be a wonderful and supportive place to get really valuable information about heart valve surgery, the options available etc - the sort of information that's difficult to 'prise out' of my...