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The 15 second rule come into play because, I believe, that the longer you wait, the more the coagulation factor will become an issue with the meter reading correctly, since the blood is from an open wound to the skin and the body will begin the process of sealing it off.

From my experience obtaining my first home testing monitor, these are the steps that I had to go through. I should add that the vendor that I purchased the monitor from was extremely helpful to me with the process, and took care of and filed most of the paperwork. If you have insurance, you...

I have never really hid my scars from the sun, and I have had 2 open heart surgeries. You can hardly see the scar(s), it actually looks like one, but they healed really well for me. I used Palmers Coca Butter with Vitamin E Formula. And for the sun on my boat I use BlueLizard Sunscreen,

More information from a study of high intensity strength training workouts. Since aneurysms and dissections are closely related, I thought I would post this article. Full article dissemination - Via Health Central Intense Weight Lifting Linked to Fatal Heart Trouble It can lead to a tear...

Hi cewilk, You can find an earlier response to this question on the thread AZ Don provided. Thought I would add a few comments. I have an aortic aneurysm, and my aorta also dissected. It tore from my aortic valve all the way down the aorta, and branched from there down to my left knee cap...

For me personally, knowing that the approved range is 1.5 - 2.0, provides peace of mind, as I will try to be between 2.0 and 2.5. If I happen to fall below the 2.0, I still have a safety margin. Currently, my set range is 2.5-3.5. So yes it does make a difference for me, especially knowing that...

Mine also seems to be louder at time, I have fun with it, especially when getting onto a crowed elevator. If you open your mouth a little it acts like a mini-speaker, and the sound resonates even louder. Just stand in the back of the elevator and watch the look on peoples faces.

When exercising you increase your rate of metabolism, and if building muscle, this also will keep your metabolism level higher even when not exercising. This means your liver functions a little more as well, thus effecting your INR level,( it will lower it), as it processes the Coumadin out of...

I thought this information was worth sharing, and wanted to pass this on, as I found it on another site. The new FDA approval indicates a 1.5 - 2.0 INR range for the On-X mechanical aortic valves, but as always, read the info, and check with your doctor. FDA Approval: On-X aortic valves with...

Yup, mine ruptured, in March of 2000, emergency surgery, 3-6% chance of surviving, and I made it. (hint)... don't wait till it ruptures..

They are giving one away every day of the month of Feb. You have to enter their giveaway contest to participate. If interested, here is the link. http://www.alivecor.com/giveaway

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I also find it difficult to get a good sample first thing in the morning, especially during the winter months. For me, the most important point is to test prior to you taking your Coumadin dose for that day. This allows you to make adjustments to your dose immediately that day, and not have to...

As long as you are not recording under water you should be ok, (for some reason, I can always hear and feel my valve much louder when snorkeling). Makes we want to break out thel WD-40 and take a shot!

At the time of my surgery, On-X did not have a valve with graft, my surgeon made his own, and sewed On-X valve to it. 4 1/2 yrs since my St Judes was replaced with the On-X, and all is going very well.

I had a St Judes for 10 yrs. Then Pannus started to develop and prevented my St Judes Aortic Valve from functioning properly. In fact, they only gave me less than a year to get it replaced, or I wouldn't be around to worry about it. So, This time I elected to go with the On-X due to some...

Not only can it cause plaque build up, but pot also raises your blood pressure. So if your condition has some high blood pressure issues, then although you may feel relaxed while smoking, it can actually cause you more harm.

I take 4 one hour before dental work. Have been for 14 years now, whenever I have any dental work, including cleanings.

Good info.... while preparing for my 2nd OHS, (due to scar tissue preventing my original mechanical valve from functioning after 10 yrs), my doctor put it to me in simple terms, " I don't think that you would want to be back here for another surgery in 3 to 5 years" So for my 2nd OHS they did...

I tried several times too, once it automatically took me to US News Best Hospitals site... Geezzzzz where did it come up with that?