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pipersmith
About a month ago, I had my first appointment with a cardio. He was very nice, but not great at discussion/ education. "Well, it's bad. Your aortic valve isn't working. Take antibiotics before any dental work. See you in a month." I was terrified. Thank goodness I found this place. After hours and hours of reading here (and suggested resources) I feel so informed and much more at ease.
Yesterday, I met with a surgeon. This appointment I could finish his sentences (in my head - not outloud
). Almost everything we discussed, I already knew. I felt so much better - so much more confident. Thank you all SO much.
Only 2 surprises during the visit - he thinks my dizziness is unrelated (?) (LOTS of dizziness), and I have to have a tubal ligation. I have 4 kids - so I am ok with it - I was just surprised. After the tubal, I will have a cath - and then we will schedule surgery. My numbers are good - so he said we could wait a bit, until they start to turn, but because of the symptoms he thinks it is better too soon than too late - and I agree.
I have one question for you guys...
From my reading - I was leaning toward an On X valve; not in stone, just a preliminary preference. I asked if he typically uses the same brand of valve - yes, St. Jude. Would you prefer the On X anyway - or prefer the valve with which he is most familiar?
Thank you again. If I had this appt. a month ago - I would be so scared. Now, I feel informed and confident - you guys ROCK
Yesterday, I met with a surgeon. This appointment I could finish his sentences (in my head - not outloud
). Almost everything we discussed, I already knew. I felt so much better - so much more confident. Thank you all SO much. Only 2 surprises during the visit - he thinks my dizziness is unrelated (?) (LOTS of dizziness), and I have to have a tubal ligation. I have 4 kids - so I am ok with it - I was just surprised. After the tubal, I will have a cath - and then we will schedule surgery. My numbers are good - so he said we could wait a bit, until they start to turn, but because of the symptoms he thinks it is better too soon than too late - and I agree.
I have one question for you guys...
From my reading - I was leaning toward an On X valve; not in stone, just a preliminary preference. I asked if he typically uses the same brand of valve - yes, St. Jude. Would you prefer the On X anyway - or prefer the valve with which he is most familiar?
Thank you again. If I had this appt. a month ago - I would be so scared. Now, I feel informed and confident - you guys ROCK
