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My episode s that were most noticeable were when my heart would beat 3or4 times then one big beat like a push and it felt like I could feel it at my throat. I take flecainide for the heartbeat and have to take warfarin to prevent blood clots .

Yes that helps easing my mind a little. My cardiologist said it could be from something causing pressure on the heart.

Cardio put me on a water pill and potassium.

Cardio put me on a water pill and potassium.

I had an echo done a couple weeks ago and they found a tricuspid leak. I had aortic valve replaced in 2006 then in 2015 had it replaced again along with aorta replaced and a pacemaker. Anyone else have this? I'm so worried.

I do have family, my daughter who lives nearby and neighbors who are friends but I'm glad for the people here who can relate. Thank you for responding.

I just went through a similar thing recently ,September, and felt the same as you. I made the choice for a tissue valve because the surgeon asked if the sound of a ticking clock bothered me which it does. I was already on Warfarin which I have to continue since I now have a pacemaker too. I wish...

I joined here around 10 years ago after aotric valve replacement. This past year, September 2015, I was informed I needed another valve so I found a wonderful new cardiologist and surgeon who also found that I needed my whole aorta replaced along with the valve. Apparently my aorta was damaged...

Just had my second one September 16th. First one was in 2006. Wishing you peace and prayer for you.

Wore a holter for a day and then had the nuclear cardio stress test and passed with flying colors...Yay! The nuclear test was very scary for me because it felt like what I would imagine a heart attack to feel like. So the doc said I'm ok and no restrictions.

Thank you for responding! Yes my heart thing hurts some too. I get little pinchy sticking feelings below my bustline and a slight aching nearer to the center of my chest. It's calmer today but I'm really nervous. I called my cardiologist's office and rescheduled the follow up appointment so I...

Hi It's been quite a while since I was here after my AVR about 4 1/2 years ago. I have a recent issue that I'm concerned about and want to see if anyone else has been through the same. I had a stress echo test last week and the doctor noted an "extra beat" that was "pushing" in his words. I had...

Congrats Ross! I remember when I got mine which I had needed for a long time. It gave me a little face lift too! Viki

I just had a blood test today because I've had lower back pain and a fever for a few days. One of the tests was C-reactive protein, inflammatory and my value was 21.3 which the doctor said was high. Does anyone have any info about this? Viki

Days go by Days go by This is absolutely the best post I've read recently and totally matches my beliefs and feelings!! God Bless you and all of us!! And I say "Amen" and Hallelujah!! Viki

Born in Ohio and live in California since I was 8 years old and now I'm 62.

Quitting Quitting Good for you!!! :)I was a smoker too till the day my doctor said I needed OHS. You can do it! Remember this.....every time you want to have a cigarette:(, do something else to distract yourself and the urge will pass within a few minutes:D.....if it doesn't then think about...

Coping Coping Hi Andy Since you play guitar...why not write a song about your experience, feelings, and the blessing of doctors who can save our lives through these amazing surgeries? Viki

Hi and welcome to the group! I had AVR too two years ago. You won't even be aware of the tube and you'll be just fine. Just think of how many more years will be added on to your lifetime. God Bless!

Great news! Tell you're dad what a wonderful daughter he has raised to be at his side, full of love, and for how sweet of her to post here!