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Hi All, I have been part of a cardiac rehab group for the past six weeks. Last week I wasn't allowed to exercise because I felt dizzy and my heart rate was high before exercising. 125 BPM. The rehab sent me to see one of their cardiologists the next morning and he ordered an echo. I met with...

Ok gang, I am seven weeks out from my mitral valve repair. Still feeling pain in my chest and back, still sleeping on my back. I am thinking I am experiencing symptoms of depression, and not real sure what to do, or who to see. I last saw my surgeon at the six week mark, not scheduled to see...

Hello everyone. I am now five weeks out from my OHS and still surprised by the recovery process! Beginning to feel like "myself" again, but still weepy and withdrawn at times. Got the ok to drive short distances and want to recommend to all those little fake sheepskin seatbelt huggies. What a...

Hi everyone. Made it home from Mayo in JAX after my April 28th mitral valve OHS. They were able to save my valve and repair it. Tired, sore, not thinking clearly yet, but glad to be here.

Recently diagnosed at 42 years old with MVP with severe regurgitation. I thought I was just getting older, and slowing down naturally. Shortness of breath and fatigue is horrible. Scheduled for an attempted repair or replacement at Mayo in Jacksonville, April 28th. I am VERY anxious and having...