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I thought of that too when I was in the hospital; I had slip-on slippers that I would NEVER put back in the bed; the day that I got to take a shower (in the hospital) to go home, I immediately threw the slippers in the trash. I still get grossed out thinking about it, glad I'm not the only one.

I was diagnosed with occular migraines probably about 20+ years back; I actually feel validated by your post because noone could understand what I was talking about. and, yes, I notice them more after my surgery. I used to think it was the way the light hit the eye, but I'm not sure about that...

Hi Everyone, My surgery was May 13; 10 hr surgery. Had an Aortic Arch Replacement, composite aortic root replacement (st. jude valve); reconstruction of left carotid and innominate arteries. I spent 9 days in ICU due to complications. I ended up with total heart block and needed a St. Jude...

LOL! I never thought of golf; I did think of tax accountant time though. Now I know what its like to be a space shuttle astronault ready to go when they decide to abort the mission. Thanks Bina. Thanks Jacqui. Best wishes and prayers to Scott. <<<Thinking positively>>> Elaine

Hi everyone, I posted a little while back about my surgery date of April 13 (cath on 4/12). Surgeon's office called to change date due to 'surgeon's schedule'. Anyway, I have a new date of May 12 for the cath, and May 13 for the AVR (mech) and the Ascending Aorta replacement surgery. I'm...

Thanks to all for responding; it helps me keep my postitive attitude toward the upcoming surgery. I will be referring to your replies often. Yes I am having open heart surgery (full sternotomy). Glue also. I feel that I am where I am supposed to be as far as the doctors/nurse practioners and...

I've finally got the courage to post something online; my spirits are up at the moment, sometimes I'm unbelievably afraid. I am scheduled for a cath. on 4/12/10; on 4/13, an Aortic Valve Replacement (mech.) and Ascending Aortic Aneurysm (5.3cm) Replacement and possible total Arch Replacement...

If you're looking in the Boston area, I have seen Dr. Eric Isselbacher @ Mass General. He is very good. If you're in Western mass area (Springfield and surrounding) Northampton Cardiology doctors are very good. You can google Mass General Heart Center and get good info on that site. Good...