DJ-Rae09
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Hi Folks,
Yep, today is the one year mark since open heart surgery to replace my BAV with a mechanical valve.
All the issues with my heart that I had due to the BAV all resolved with the mech valve. My life returned to 'normal' pretty quick after OHS, I'd say about 5-6 weeks post I felt my normal self again, especially when I had that first beer
What's different?
- I train 4-5 days a week at the Gym with no weight restrictions anymore
- I feel like I get through my training easier than before with my BAV which was severely leaking
- INR, yes I test once a week now and have made slight adjustments here and there. It's easy!
- Oh yes, the ticking of the valve. I actually don't mind it, it gives me comfort.
OHS doesn't really enter my mind now, but I do look back sometimes and reflect how well I did and how grateful I am of the medical professionals.
This forum and certain members also really helped leading up to OHS and post recovery.
For now, I'll see you in another year
Yep, today is the one year mark since open heart surgery to replace my BAV with a mechanical valve.
All the issues with my heart that I had due to the BAV all resolved with the mech valve. My life returned to 'normal' pretty quick after OHS, I'd say about 5-6 weeks post I felt my normal self again, especially when I had that first beer
What's different?
- I train 4-5 days a week at the Gym with no weight restrictions anymore
- I feel like I get through my training easier than before with my BAV which was severely leaking
- INR, yes I test once a week now and have made slight adjustments here and there. It's easy!
- Oh yes, the ticking of the valve. I actually don't mind it, it gives me comfort.
OHS doesn't really enter my mind now, but I do look back sometimes and reflect how well I did and how grateful I am of the medical professionals.
This forum and certain members also really helped leading up to OHS and post recovery.
For now, I'll see you in another year
