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I recently shared that I was once again diagnosed with severe stenosis on May 28, 2013 after having an AVR on May 6, 2011 only 2 year old Edward Tissue Valve. My cardiologist told me we need to replace the tissue valuve with a mechanical valve. Since that day I had a Esophogeal Echocardiogram. He told me that the valve has a gradient across it and not enough blood can go through. Rush surgery is not necessary. So I made arrangements with my employer to be out in September.....I received a phone call from Cardiologist last week. He took my case to the Head of Cardlology at Morris Medical Center, Morristown, NJ. Out of 6 Drs one did not agree that I need an AVR all the rest agreed this tissue valve needs to be replaced. OH THE ROLLERCOASTER!
I am scheduled for another Echocardiogram on Aug 9 with the Head of Cardiology herself. She wants to see what is causing my symptoms and determine AVR. I know I need to have this AVR but my Cardiologist wants expert opinion. Guess I'm in good hands!
My symptoms are worse than prior to first AVR. I can't take stairs without heaving breathing on the top step. I get dizzy and light headed. And extremely tired. I recently lost 17 lbs which has helped my energy tremendously. Since I can't exercise I joined Ideal Protein to help get the weight off.
Bottom line my AVR will be confirmed on August 9th - I accept all this. I look forward to DAY ONE of REHAB so I can be athletic again and not be tired.
Heartfelft thanks for this forum!
Genine
I recently shared that I was once again diagnosed with severe stenosis on May 28, 2013 after having an AVR on May 6, 2011 only 2 year old Edward Tissue Valve. My cardiologist told me we need to replace the tissue valuve with a mechanical valve. Since that day I had a Esophogeal Echocardiogram. He told me that the valve has a gradient across it and not enough blood can go through. Rush surgery is not necessary. So I made arrangements with my employer to be out in September.....I received a phone call from Cardiologist last week. He took my case to the Head of Cardlology at Morris Medical Center, Morristown, NJ. Out of 6 Drs one did not agree that I need an AVR all the rest agreed this tissue valve needs to be replaced. OH THE ROLLERCOASTER!
I am scheduled for another Echocardiogram on Aug 9 with the Head of Cardiology herself. She wants to see what is causing my symptoms and determine AVR. I know I need to have this AVR but my Cardiologist wants expert opinion. Guess I'm in good hands!
My symptoms are worse than prior to first AVR. I can't take stairs without heaving breathing on the top step. I get dizzy and light headed. And extremely tired. I recently lost 17 lbs which has helped my energy tremendously. Since I can't exercise I joined Ideal Protein to help get the weight off.
Bottom line my AVR will be confirmed on August 9th - I accept all this. I look forward to DAY ONE of REHAB so I can be athletic again and not be tired.
Heartfelft thanks for this forum!
Genine
