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As several on here know, I am now 5 weeks post-op. w. an ON-X mitral valve. Still having a fair amount of pain in the lower right sternum area, as well as the top of the incision (still bruised & a bit swollen). I am only taking 5mg of Oxycodone daily now (no worries about addiction - I...

I know. Good ol' American healthcare system (roll eyes). I chuckled at their "discounted price rate" & thought, "Oh please, don't be silly."

Not sure how to reach you via PM. Have tried several times already (just tried again).

May 5th (last Fri.) was a dose of 10mg. for a quick boost since I was low @ 2.0 INR that day. From there, yes, my dose was 7.5mg daily up until today's test. I suspect that she is thinking that 7.5 daily might bring me in too low for the next test since I'm not going back for a whole week. I...

Well, I suppose we can officially identify Pellicle as a "prophet" :coolhank:! INR, May 10 (today): 3.4 Dosage: May 11 = 8.5mg May 12 = 8.5mg May 13 = 8.5mg May 14 = 8.5mg May 15 = 8.5mg May 16 = 8.5mg Return to clinic for another test after that. Though I hate to admit it - you da' man...

Gotcha! Good stuff to know.

Very helpful. Thank you. I am also wondering if stress is a major INR changer? I have read conflicting reports on this. As a pastor, stress is an every day affair for me (since I have not only my own issues, but also every other church members problems).

Yes, forgetting a dose is a key concern for me. Told my wife tonight that I need her to keep some Coumadin in her purse at all times so that if we're out late eating I can still take it close to the same time. I do wonder if there's a "grace" time period each night (e.g., 1, 2, 3 hours?) of...

Hope you are faring well!

Wow. Never heard of anyone w. a tissue valve having to take Coumadin. Again, no one has any idea what caused this...but your post is quite intriguing.

Have also read that caffeine is known to interact w. Coumadin and/or affect INR - yet my surgeon told me that I was fine to drink coffee? Sooo much confusing info. :test:!

Thank you once again every one! Have learned a ton on this forum. Quick follow-up question (don't mean to drag this thread out): It sounded like the lady @ the Coumadin Clinic yesterday was saying that if I alter my diet in any way I need to let them know. Does this mean that if I go w.out...

Wowsie - simply Wowsie! Seriously almost didn't make it through this one. Pain was over the top (even accord. to the surgeon, staff, etc.). Developed a herniation that slipped between the ribs. Also developed Pneumonia 2 days after surgery & had to go back on ventilator for 2 days w. 100%...

Going in in the morning. "See" you some time afterwards.

Very helpful & practical post, as every other post has been. Surgeon said he had to prescribe a home testing kit (can't just buy one by myself), but that he would have no problem doing so. Will self-pay if I have to, but just seems most practical. Requested On-X valve today. Surgeon seems...

Oh, another quick question, in your experiences on warfarin, does flying or being at high altitudes cause INR to fluctuate? Conversely, will being in a dry climate like Phoenix - where my nose ALWAYS bleeds - be places I need to steer away from? I go to Phoenix quite often. Also, really...

Perhaps I am mistaken about the Lovenox prior to dental cleanings. In fact, while typing this I just remembered that my surgeon said that I would have to taper off of warfarin & supplement w. Lovenox before "surgeries" or dental "procedures" - which I assume likely means serious dental work (I...

Got some Schick razors today, along w. a special lubricating cream designed to avoid nicks. Also just purchased $200 worth of bandages & wound sealant designed specifically for anti-coagulant users here: https://www.amazon.com/Biolife-LLC-WoundSeal-Powder-ea/dp/B006FZ5IQK?th=1 May be a...

Got it. Funny thing is, personally, the electric razors cut me worse than a hand-held razor! And yes, I do have to shave every day. I would surmise that the key is to keep the face as wet as possible & get in the habit of going as gentle as possible. I sure wish there was a specific razor...

Excellent points all around...esp. the point analogy about coral reef & plaque build-up. Personally, I plan on getting my teeth cleaned at least every 6 mos. Just dread the Lovenox shots. Was also thinking tonight that I might do well to inform my barbers that I am on Coumadin after the...