LiMbTwIsTeR
New member
Hello all. I wanted to introduce myself as a resource for anyone who had questions involving OHS or valve replacements. I'm 33 now, but I've had three heart surgeries (two open heart/three total valves replaced) from ages 14-31. I'm not the most responsible individual when it comes to taking care of my body, but I have tested the limitations of my new and used parts for some time. I never feel "fragile" and quality of life is my driving factor for the decisions I've made.
Current set up:
Pulmonary is a donor running strong for about 20 years
Aortic is biological valve...my second
I also have a full prosthetic aortic root, new in 2010.
Meds are simple blood pressure pills I take daily (see profile)
I carried out a 9 year amateur MMA, kickboxing, and Submission wrestling career on two replacement valves. Not recommending this, but like I said, It was important to me. I also downhill ski, kayak, and brew and drink copious amounts of spectacular beer.
I personally think mechanical valves are a poor choice for MANY (not all) people who get them. (when it is a choice)
Educate yourselves. You have to live with your decision after surgery. I takes a bit of effort to swap 'em out
Anyway...you can ask me anything and I'll give you my OPINION. I'm a bit forward with pressing my body, so keep that in mind, but for those of you who really want to know how far someone has "pressed it" after multiple surgeries, I'm your guy.
Cheers!
Current set up:
Pulmonary is a donor running strong for about 20 years
Aortic is biological valve...my second
I also have a full prosthetic aortic root, new in 2010.
Meds are simple blood pressure pills I take daily (see profile)
I carried out a 9 year amateur MMA, kickboxing, and Submission wrestling career on two replacement valves. Not recommending this, but like I said, It was important to me. I also downhill ski, kayak, and brew and drink copious amounts of spectacular beer.
I personally think mechanical valves are a poor choice for MANY (not all) people who get them. (when it is a choice)
Educate yourselves. You have to live with your decision after surgery. I takes a bit of effort to swap 'em out
Anyway...you can ask me anything and I'll give you my OPINION. I'm a bit forward with pressing my body, so keep that in mind, but for those of you who really want to know how far someone has "pressed it" after multiple surgeries, I'm your guy.
Cheers!