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As far as sticking around Cleveland after discharge. You stated a 5 hr drive. That's really not that far. I had about a 3.5 hr drive and left at noon after discharge. Stopped halfway at a Costco, for a break and walked around. It was February and very cold. So, I'd say you could easily go...

Welcome to the club. Good preparation. I think the toughest part is that you are scheduled so far out. When I had mine done this past February, I called the scheduling nurse (at CC) and was able to get in 2 weeks later with Dr. Svensson. It was shockingly quick, but I was glad to just get it...

Florida is really screwed up. In many ways now. Used to be a nice place to go. I think I'll pick alternatives in the future.

The expiration date should be on the bottle. Coming from Pharma, I know that expiration dating is based upon stability and accelerated stability testing to show 100% potentcy at expiration. The normal standard is 2 years from mft date. Although it is highly likely, if stored properly, can be...

5 months since AVR surgery and since that I've done: off-road ATV riding, bike trails, stand up paddle boarding, kayak on lakes and rivers, hiking, weight training, elliptical, and camping. Also several vehicle oil changes, changing out auto wheel bearings, tire rotations, and more...

Excellent news. Glad to hear. Enjoy the accommodations. Did you have a full or mini sternotomy?

Nice. I wish we had that law in PA because I got hit with the same BS with my passing out event this past December, the start of my road to second surgery. Went to the ER (on a Sunday night) for pretty bad open bleeding facial wounds and they said that they were an In-Network facility. Turned...

Good luck! You're in great hands! Suggestion; if they did the cath in your right wrist, before surgery, request that the anesthesiologist go in thru your left hand. I had a swollen painful right wrist after surgery due to both procedures too close to each other.

Hello Amy. Sorry to hear. Definitely not normal. Should have healed many weeks ago. Unless you want that large scar at the bottom, I suggest that you consult with a plastic surgeon. My opinion is it (the skin) needs to be reopened, middle removed, and edges sealed together to allow for a nice...

Thanks. I had full sternotomy OHS in February. Got an On-X valve, chosen by my surgeon. Comparing surgeries, the full sternotomy had less overall issues than the mini I had in 2013, by the same surgeon. Based on my experience, I recommend full over mini. And you leave with a much cooler...

You need to get out riding! Just do it! Where do you ride?

This is for those that have recently had OHS or are going to have it soon. Stay positive as life does go back to normal! This past Father’s Day weekend, my son and I went dirt riding at the Allegheny National Forest in upper central Pennsylvania. We have been going there annually for around 15...

Hello Amy. Since you are a DIY'er, and after you remove the suture, you may need some of this to close that open wound. Ha!

Good luck! Relax, your in good hands.

That's disappointing on the part of CC follow-up and care for the patient. Not surprised though. Personally, I would not wait another 8 days. If your regular PCP won't take you in today for a quick 5 minute appointment, I would go to a Urgent Care type facility. I would think that any competent...

Exactly. Very nice large facility. Much room for walking. Enjoy and good luck!

Hello. Yes, the "J" incision is the mini-sternotomy. Dr. Svensson calls it a trap door. I had that done back in 2013 (to replace enlarged ascending aorta). After surgery, I could see the vertical line (very small) but never could see the horizonal part of the J. That scar disappeared very...

Ah yes, that may have been ultrasonic cleaning which seemed to be popular over 10 years ago. I recall having that style back then, but not since. I'm going to play it safe and take the 2g. Thanks again!

Thanks for the information. Amazing how our many Doctors don't seem to be on the same page. Leaving research to the patients. But, I'm used to that now. Yes, I agree and am going to take preventive measures before my cleanings. Luckily I have not had one since surgery, but have one scheduled...

Wow, sorry to hear. I wonder if there are different levels of "cleaning ". All mine consists of is scraping the teeth, flossing, and polishing. What happened afterwards?