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I lifted heavy weights for years after having aortic valve repair when I was 9 years old. I was advised against lifting weights for years by my pediatric cardiologist but I did it any way. At age 42 I had my aortic valve replaced with a St. Jude valve and a portion of my ascending aorta replaced...

12.5mg/week of Coumadin seems very low in comparison to what I see others posting in regard to their Coumadin usage. However, my INR has remained stable and within range over a long period of time. So I guess what Ross says regarding the correct amount of Coumadin is whatever it takes to keep...

Contrary to others who have posted, I must say that I have yet to experience any swings in my INR as a result of exercising. I exercise 5 days a week for approximately 1 hour per day (30 minutes weightlifting, 30 minutes cardio). Since my surgery in February of 2007 I have been taking 2.5mg of...

Peggy, I enjoyed reading your story. Very inspirational! Somewhat disturbing regarding your valves failing. I'm not sure how to send you my email address. Please assist. Why did your aortic valve fail? Was it mechanical? Now you are having problems with the mitral valve? Mark, I too was...

Thank you for your replies. I just got off the phone with my cardiologist and he told me that given my really good echo results he has no problem with me returning to the gym at this point. He basically told me that I have no restrictions and I could resume my regular workout schedule although...

Hi everyone. First time post, long time obserever of this bulletin board. It is truly a great resource for information and inspiration. On 2/28/07 I had my bicuspid aortic valve replaced with a St. Jude Regent valve and a 5cm aneursym replaced with a Dacron graft. This was my 2nd open heart...