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Good to hear you came to a decision, it's never easy. My St. Jude is over twelve years old and still going strong. I don't think there is a wrong choice, just getting a new valve can make a huge difference in your life no matter what kind it is. Rich

Ross, I just can't beleive what an ordeal you went thru again. Glad to hear you are back home and hopefully on the mend. Stories like this bring back bad memories of what happened to my wife in '02. I hope it's not because you two are from the same hometown.:eek: In the meantime I will volunteer...

I think you can find a lot of the history and myths as well on Al's website. I heard once that this started in the fiftie's when President Eisenhower was put on it, and the media created this myth. It doesn't bother me to hear that from someone on the street who has no clue, but when a doctor...

Seems there are a lot of pros and cons about this subject. My hospital is a teaching hospital as well. I had no problems at all, but for my poor wife it was a whole different story. Right after her catherization her leg started going numb. It turns out the collagen plug was forced into the...

Well this is dangerous ground but here goes. I do believe this thread is about valve replacement because after my surgery that big increase in blood flow............well you know!! I don't know about implants but as far as 'lifts' go, I thought that was part of my wedding vows............I...

Ann, Happy to hear you are getting treated. Here is wishing you a speedy recovery. Rich

After thinking about this I would suggest looking into a local place that supplies things like crutches, wheelchairs and other medical equipment needed by those having a tough time getting around. They may be able to help and maybe Medicare would pay for it. Rich

After living in Bavaria for a while I had no favorite because it was all great!! The one nightspot I remember had 77 brands of GERMAN beer available. Try to pick from that. And does everyone know Octoberfest is celebrated over there in September. Rich

Ann, Iv'e been gone for a few days and didn't want to hear news like this. Iv'e had it twice in my life and know it's not fun. Please get well soon, I know it won't be overnight. Have you had the pneumonia shot that Medicare allows? Rich

Ross, Welcome home. You should be able to do something? I think you have done plenty for so many of us. So it was our turn, just wish we could have done more. Take it slow, rest and get well. Rich

You might even look for someone who remodels bathrooms. As Bina said it is not a big deal, but I am assuming these rails may be located around a bathtub or shower, which may involve mounting (and drilling thru) ceramic tile. If I was a lot closer I would do it for you. Rich

That's great news. Ross, hang in there and get plenty of rest. Hopefully things will just get better from here. Rich

What I would like to see is a government by the people, for the people. Wouldn't that be unique? I would also like to see the majority rule, and dump the years out of date electoral college.

I sure will be thinking about you tommorow. The very best of luck to you. Rich

Thanks Sue, We do understand all that, I was just kidding about maybe putting it under our mattress. Rich

They say we may be heading for a recession? What the hell do they call this situation we have been in for the last several years? If things keep going south it will be a depression, no doubt in my mind. I don't think pulling our money out of 401's or IRA's is good either. Think of the taxes we...

This is certainly a tough one for both your husband and yourself as well. Both of you will be in our thoughts and prayers. At my hospital here in Michigan the chief of cardiology did the first successful valve replacement via the catheter in this country. I have had the pleasure of meeting this...

When I discovered my valve problem I was not the least bit happy with the cardio at that time. A good friend of mine strongly recommended another Cardio at a different hospital. It was the best thing I could have done. You have to have some comfort level with your doctor or say good bye. Deek...

Ross, No doubt this is scaring the hell out of you, but hopefully all will go well and you can put it behind you once and for all. I'm really sorry our plans changed and we didn't get down there, just been really crazy around here. The best to you, Rich

Karlynn, This reminds me of my problems earlier this year. Severe gas and bloating which caused my heart to skip 24/7. It was long term use of Nexium which caused this even the doctors were not sure. Once I stopped it all symptoms went away, but it did take about two and a half months. I lost...