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Hello new and former members, my name is Nicole aka The Little One because I was 18 when I started my journey on this site. I honestly do not think I could've gotten through my 1st sx without VR.com. I have a very extensive medical history so I'm going to start with that. At age 12 I had...

I've decided that me and my veins are done with going to the lab every two weeks to a month to get my blood drawn. I've decided to buy an anti-coagulation home testing unit. But which one? that's my question. I will be not be going through insurance and will be paying full price for the machine...

Hi Sylvia, I know your dad's surgery is tomorrow and I just wanted to add my well wishes. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. I hope the cath and INR went well. Please let us know if you need anything. Stay strong for Daddy! Take care and God Bless!

I received this in an e-mail, and had to share... Send a thank you card to our soldiers If you go to this website, www.letssaythanks.com, you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq. You can't pick out who gets...

On Saturday I was at my PCP's office, getting my blood drawn and after my visit. The secretary asked me for my e-mail address. She said she would e-mail me my INR results (which is usually 2-3 phone calls to get the results), My doctor is participating in a new online program which includes...

Hello to all my new and old heart buddies, It's the little one checking in...with some wonderful news. On Thursday June, 2nd at 11:57pm, My sister gave birth to my niece Michaella Nicole. A perfect 7 lbs. 5 oz. and 20 in. long. Unfortunately, there were some complications and my sister didn't...

First I need to say hello to all my heart buddies and I've missed you guys and I'm sorry I've been such a stranger to the boards. Hmmm...What to say first...I guess life's been like everyone elses, Ups and Downs, Good days and bad. The past summer I had two procedures done to remove cancerous...

Hello to all my old and new friends, I know I've been MIA for awhile and hope all my heart buddies are doing well and still clicking and thumping whichever the case may be. Well, I thought I'd post about my upcoming surgery and ask for any advice or words from the wise. On Wed. Aug 4th, I'll be...

Hi Ladies, Got this e-mail and thought I'd share... -> Estrogen, Pregnancy and Women > > > PREGNANCY Q & A & more! > > Q: Should I have a baby after 35? > A: No, 35 children is enough. > > Q: I'm two months pregnant now. When will my baby move? > A: With any luck, right after he finishes...

Hey Everyone, I went to the cardiologist for my belated 1 year check-up. Seems the aortic and mitral valve are doing good. Heart is back to somewhat normal size. EF is about 70. So, Not too bad. But the cardiologist did mention that my tricuspid valve is still leaking at almost the same as...

Hello Everyone, Hope this post finds everyone healthy and happy. I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while. Life has been very hectic. I've had a few ER visits with SOB, dizziness, and blurred vision. I went on a holter monitor and I am having difficulties with some arrhythmias. I...

Hello everyone, I know this is very off-topic but I know I can always come to you guys for great advice and information. My boyfriend, Will is suffering with Asthma. And it's becoming very bad in the past few of weeks. The thing is Will doesn't have health or prescription insurance. He...

Hello Everyone, I'm going to see my cardiologist in a few weeks for a check-up and will be asking my cardio about this but just wanted to ask a few of you. Ok, I've been on Toprol XL 25mg daily and there have been occasions where I have forgotten to take it and I've noticed a very...

Hello everyone, I know this topic has been posted on several of times and I've read many articles on it. I was wondering if anyone else feels like they still suffer from effects of the heart-lung machine. I'm almost one year post-op and don't feel the same mentally. I find myself...

Hi Everyone, Was wondering if there was any new news on the reunion?? I read in another thread about the group rate being $129. I know nothing is definate yet. I was wondering is that $129 per night? I will definately be coming this year probably with my new boyfriend. Any other New...

Hi Everyone, You must all think I've become a stranger, I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while but don't think for one second that I would forget about my family here at VR. I hope you all had a great Valentine's Day. Life has been very hectic for the little one. I don't even know where to...

Hi everyone, I thought I'd share with you that after many weeks of searching, I went on a job interview yesterday and was hired on the spot. I'll be working as a receptionist for a physical therapy/ chiropractic office. I start Monday. I haven't worked since my surgery almost 7 months...

Hi Guys, I wanted to know if anyone has been on Lamictal, it's an anti-siezure medication but it is being tested for phsychiatric conditions like bipolar, mood swings, manic depression. My psychiatrist prescribed it to me but I have yet to have it filled. My boyfriend is a pharmacist...

Came across this website and thought I'd share... http://www.llangley.com/yoga/wisdom/rightnow%5B2%5D.htm ;)

I just wanted to wish you a very healthy and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! with many more to come. Hope you have a wonderful day! :D :D :D