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Thanks for info. So far so good being on Eliquis. I hope the three doctors I see know what they are doing. They seem to be moving most of their patients to Eliquis.

John, Thanks for the reply. So far I have had no side effects other than the hit to my pocket book. In January I am discussing another ablation and possibly a Watchman procedure with my cardiolgist.. I hope you stay in rhythm! Mickey

I would find the most skilled mitral valve surgeon you can even if you have to go to the Cleveland Clinic for an opinion. I hope thing work out.

I agree about it being nasty. Unfortunately I hear for some people its the only medicine that works for them.

My AF returned after a year and half (while on amiodarone which I came off 90 days ago). I am now taking Tikosyn after spending three days in hospital for monitoring. Anyone have experience taking Tikosyn? Will have a discussion about having an ablation at next visit with cardiologist. Thanks

Eva and Tom, Thanks for info. Neurologist has confirmed I have essential tremors and everyone thinks they will improve. We will see. Thanks,

Hi Tom, As long as its not anything serious I can deal with it. My primary physician said medication was available for “essential tremors”. Thanks for your response.

I appreciate the responses. Guess I will focus on eating calcium rich foods until I have a conversation with my cardiologist.

Hi Djman, Thanks for your thoughts. I will be seeing a neurologist in August and hope the tremors improve by then.

I was recently told to start taking calcium tablets (over the counter) by my back surgeon. Could this increase risk of calcification of heart valves? I have a 1.5 year old Abbott Epic mitral valve. Your thoughts? I plan to ask cardiologist at August month visit...

Congratulations to you Duffey and all of the other tissue valve gang. Your stories are encouraging to my 2 year old porcine heart.

Afternoon to everyone, I went on amiodarone almost two years ago. At the time I developed tremors in my hands. I came off amiodarone 30 days ago and have been hoping the tremors were induced by the drug and would stop. No changes so far. I know it takes a long time for the drug to leave the...

Glad to hear you are doing better. Make sure you are not retaining fluids. After my surgery I could barely walk. When cardiologist saw me he put me on diuretic which made me feel much better. They had pumped a lot of fluids in me during surgery . It will take time to recover. I started out at 5...

AF free for 18 months . Just came off amiodorone. Hope everyone has a great day.

Well after much discussion with two separate doctors who recommended eliquis I converted two months ago. Both doctors believe eliquis to be a cleaner drug. Their opinion is that eliquis causes less bleeds and does not cause interactions with other drugs like warfarin. It is nice not to worry...

I confirmed with cardiologist that Eliquis was ok for me. He believes it to be a better medicine than well managed warfarin. I will transition to Eliquis after my back surgery on March 3rd. I may get to have additional discussions while in the hospital. Hope everyone stays safe. Praying for Ukraine.

I had a porcine mitral valve installed in Dec 2020. Prior to this I had bouts of AF. I have had no AF for a year and half. My electrocardiologist has recommended I replace coumadin with Eliquis (Apixaban). He says it has a lower risk of bleeds and strokes. Has anyone else started taking Eliquis...

Bill, I chose the best surgeon I could find and let him handle the procedures as he thought best. I would feel uncomfortable telling him otherwise. I have had no problem with my sternum. All I know is that the skin was glued together. If you get an experienced well respected surgeon he will...

Hi Luckyguy, When are you getting your new valve? Any idea which model? Thanks Mickey

I should have had mitral valve replaced at first sign of problem. I think more aggressive approach is best. Great info in study.