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[LTN04]

I have been watching my aortic valve for a few years. Three weeks ago I found out that that it would need to be replaced at a ripe old age of 43 (thinking a lot later in life) so a shock to me and my family. I found this forum a couple of days later after reading the book "the patient's guide to heart valve surgery". I had no signs of the valve getting worst in fact I did 30 minutes of cardio work out the morning of my appointment with my cardiologist. I have read, learned a lot and enjoyed the forum over the last couple of weeks, the questions to the surgeon was very useful. So I have already decided to go with a mechanical ATS valve and the surgery will be October 6 (so go "deano89" I will be there with you). Thanks for everything even though I never posted before this a great forum for both the patient and everyone in the family.

 

[Faye]

Welcome to VR.com. You have found a place full of information and friends. Feel free to ask any questions as you prepare for your surgery as well as while you are healing.

This forum has been a life-saver to me!

 

[Karlynn]

Welcome! Glad you found us.

Since you're going mechanical, you want to read and view all the stickies in the Anticoagulation Forum here. The information there will help you determine whether or not your doctor is up to speed on Coumadin protocol.

Don't hesitate to ask any questions, no matter how silly or strange they may seem to you.

 

[netmiff]

Welcome, glad you decided to join. We'll be here for you, ready answer questions or just hold your hand - and to welcome you to the other side of the mountain when you get there.

 

[KAJ]

Welcome and enjoy the show

We hope all goes very well for you, before during and of course after surgery. Regardless of what you go through, more than likely, some else would have had similar experiences. We are all here for you. We all know what it like to be in "the waiting room."

Karl

 

[Eva]

Welcome aboard! I am happy you joined us and decided to write! Do not hesitate to write about anything on your mind and will be thinking of you on October 6th.

 

[Star54]

Lots of luck and welcome, this forum is really great....they have helped me in so many ways.......Godspeed.

 

[ALCapshaw2]

Out of curiosity, I'm wondering what persuaded you to choose the ATS mechanical valve. Did you look at the others (Carbomedics, On-X, St. Jude)?

 

[Pweeder]

Welcome! I also have the ATS valve. I am 42 and now 3-1/2 weeks since surgery. Ask any questions to the forum. It helps to hear other peoples stories. I didnt find the forum until after i had the surgery and wish I found it before. The info and help in here can be priceless. Good luck.

 

[deano89]

welcome to the forum and we share the same day! count down to october 6th , i am 46 but still active weights cross trainer ,this forum has been a great help to me ,
good luck with your surgery and recovery

 

[Cooker]

Welcome to the zoo ... wishing you all the best and a smooth, bump free ride over the mountain

 

[Mentu]

Welcome to VR and to our little group of September/October surgeries. If you have been reading our posts, then, you must already know that learning surgery is imminent challenges each of us. It is a lot to take in. But this is a good place to come for information and some reassurance that your experience is shared. Let us know how things are going with you and we will do the same.

 

[ottagal]

Just wanted to add a warm welcome to this wonderful group. It is always a shock to get this kind of news. The good news is you are not alone and this is fixable.

We are here to help and support each other every step of the way. Don't be shy to ask any questions or just vent if need be.

Sending you positive vibes!

 

[njean]

Just wanted to say 'hello' & welcome you to the forum. I'm glad you found us.

As you can see from all of our posts & threads, we're all here to support you by answering your questions & offering words of comfort & advice.

I'm sending you my prayers & well wishes on your upcoming surgery.

Godspeed!

 

[zipper2]

Welcome and hello,my prayers and thoughts for Oct 6th
all the best and GodBless

 

[hall]

Welcome! Sorry for the reason you found us but glad you did. As everyone said , if you have questions, ask.

 

[sue943]

Welcome to the forums.

I have two ATS mechanical valves and they are just fine.

 

[DebbyA]

Welcome!

Ask questions, read here, and PLEASE come back and let us know how you're doing.

 

[Danny]

Welcome! As everyone has said, ask all the questions you want here. They sure have helped me with all of my questions, and with support. By the way, im only an hour from you.Im right over here in Houma.

 

[Jkm7]

Just want to chime in with a Welcome and Happy you found us.
Hope we can help you during these stressful days waiting for surgery.
The wait really is the hardest part for many of us.

Best Wishes.