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I have no experience at this yet because I'm only 3 1/2 weeks post surgery but my cardiologist told me not to expect it to "settle down" for about 4 months or even longer.

I'm 55 and just 3 1/2 weeks post surgery. I haven't heard any external clicking yet and I have very good hearing but I have sort of felt/heard an internal clicking once and a while that's hard to explain. I heard it more when I was in the hospital and less now. It really doesn't bother me at all.

Hi jerseysue! We have the same name and same valve, I also have a St Jude mechanical Valve. And I too am so grateful!

I'm 55 and just had surgery 3 weeks ago to replace a bicuspid aortic valve and aneurysm. We bought a recliner, electric, and it's been great! I'll probably sleep in it until I can sleep comfortably again on my side in bed. Also comforting for me was just having my hubby home, I didn't want to...

I had an echo that showed the aneurysm at 4.8cm, (also a BAV in not so great shape, and BTW I'm a 5'2" female). Based on that measurement the surgeon wanted me to schedule surgery within an 8 week window. I scheduled it in exactly 8 weeks, needed some time to prepare emotionally and to decide on...

Donna Lee, it's great that your husband has a good sinus rhythm now! I'm sure he will bounce back next week, the medical community really seems to know how to deal with complications very well these days. The tough part is for the patient and their loved ones to wait it out. Stay positive and...

Thanks for the Welcomes everyone! I registered as "ForeverThankful" but for some reason my thread posted as Guest.