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Min invasive Aortic valve replacement:- happy or disappointed?
I’m 67 yo, male, slightly overweight but otherwise good health but I have a severe Aortic Stenosis, that’s running at about 25% of full capacity. My only symptoms are slight breathlessness when climbing stairs. Saw a surgeon yesterday who wants to replace the valve with an animal valve, but he does not
I’m 67 yo, male, slightly overweight but otherwise good health but I have a severe Aortic Stenosis, that’s running at about 25% of full capacity. My only symptoms are slight breathlessness when climbing stairs. Saw a surgeon yesterday who wants to replace the valve with an animal valve, but he does not
7LTR
in
British Heart Foundation
8 months ago
Hair Loss on Warfarin
Hi all, I don’t post very often. I’ve been taking warfarin since February 2021 after having two mechanical valves fitted. I know that I will need to see my doctor about this, but I am losing my hair, and it’s noticeable now, especially at the front. Does anyone else have this? What can be done to
Hi all, I don’t post very often. I’ve been taking warfarin since February 2021 after having two mechanical valves fitted. I know that I will need to see my doctor about this, but I am losing my hair, and it’s noticeable now, especially at the front. Does anyone else have this? What can be done to
Julie_O
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Anticoagulation Support
10 months ago
Waxing or hair removal when on Warfarin
Hi. I just had a mechanical valve replacement on the 16th of August 2023. I would like to get waxed. Is it possible to? I have never bled before warfarin. Are there other hair removal methods that are safer or can I stick to waxing?
Hi. I just had a mechanical valve replacement on the 16th of August 2023. I would like to get waxed. Is it possible to? I have never bled before warfarin. Are there other hair removal methods that are safer or can I stick to waxing?
Shahirahalkaff
in
Anticoagulation Support
9 months ago
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Aortic Abdominal Aneurysm - Female 4.8cm
I have recently found out I have an AAA at 4.8cm (found by accident when CT scan for other issues) I also have a Bicuspid
Aortic
Valve
Disease
(which for 50 years always presumed was a heart murmur) I have an appointment to see the Vascular Consultant in 2 weeks time. However I am scared.
I have recently found out I have an AAA at 4.8cm (found by accident when CT scan for other issues) I also have a Bicuspid
Aortic
Valve
Disease
(which for 50 years always presumed was a heart murmur) I have an appointment to see the Vascular Consultant in 2 weeks time. However I am scared.
Safeangel
in
British Heart Foundation
1 year ago
Abnormal ECG
So the arrhythmia team contacted me yesterday to discuss the result of my ECG done at my local surgery . Apparently although the test showed an an abnormal pattern with wide QRS it was a minimal deviation and not any form of AF . It could be an age related change but my sinus rhythm was normal and the
So the arrhythmia team contacted me yesterday to discuss the result of my ECG done at my local surgery . Apparently although the test showed an an abnormal pattern with wide QRS it was a minimal deviation and not any form of AF . It could be an age related change but my sinus rhythm was normal and the
Hammerboy
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
5 days ago
heparin innohep Uk
hi all, I’m in the U.K. I don’t have a specialist just GP and a nurse anticoagulant clinic I visit. Are U.K. APS patients on warfarin suppose to have a heparin injections supply at home for emergencies when inr too low. The nurse said it’s a good idea since pharmacies don’t usually have in in stock
hi all, I’m in the U.K. I don’t have a specialist just GP and a nurse anticoagulant clinic I visit. Are U.K. APS patients on warfarin suppose to have a heparin injections supply at home for emergencies when inr too low. The nurse said it’s a good idea since pharmacies don’t usually have in in stock
Kev667
in
Hughes Syndrome APS Forum
10 months ago
Ablation appointment take two …..
Deep breath and all fingers crossed, I’ve been given provisional appointment for cryoablation end of this month. They need to use an internal echocardiogram on me (ICE) due to previous heart surgery and clot risk. There is only one such thing in the locality which is why they had to cancel todays appointment
Deep breath and all fingers crossed, I’ve been given provisional appointment for cryoablation end of this month. They need to use an internal echocardiogram on me (ICE) due to previous heart surgery and clot risk. There is only one such thing in the locality which is why they had to cancel todays appointment
Rainfern
in
AF Association
10 months ago
Painful legs (burning sensation behind both knees)
Hi all Well, I’m hoping someone can provide a view on what is happening to me now! For the last couple of months I have had severe pain in the legs which has now started to become a burn behind my knees. It doesn’t improve or worsen on exercise and is particularly painful laying in bed. I used to
Hi all Well, I’m hoping someone can provide a view on what is happening to me now! For the last couple of months I have had severe pain in the legs which has now started to become a burn behind my knees. It doesn’t improve or worsen on exercise and is particularly painful laying in bed. I used to
Oldmasons
in
British Heart Foundation
8 months ago
bleeding
I have been experiencing bleeding in my mouth, it occurs anytime during the day/ evening. The other night I experienced a blood clot, I have had another dentist appointment and everything is fine. Today I have experienced dull ache in the left side of my chest, even when I am sitting down, I have
I have been experiencing bleeding in my mouth, it occurs anytime during the day/ evening. The other night I experienced a blood clot, I have had another dentist appointment and everything is fine. Today I have experienced dull ache in the left side of my chest, even when I am sitting down, I have
AH31
in
British Heart Foundation
9 months ago
Needing answers....
Emergency OHS in May 2023 to deal with Aortic Aneurysm, tear, hole, clot and valve replacement. Been back and forth to local A&E since with Pneumonia, atrial fib and chest pain. Still having crushing chest and neck pain, problems with speech vocal palsy, exhaustion and light headedness. Just had follow
Emergency OHS in May 2023 to deal with Aortic Aneurysm, tear, hole, clot and valve replacement. Been back and forth to local A&E since with Pneumonia, atrial fib and chest pain. Still having crushing chest and neck pain, problems with speech vocal palsy, exhaustion and light headedness. Just had follow
Hugomum
in
British Heart Foundation
9 months ago
Palpitations, chest pain, dizziness
Iv had two heart surgeries for pulmonary valve replacement. Had my last echo a month ago and everything looks normal. About a week after that iv been having heart palpitations every single day and extreme tiredness and slight chest discomfort. Iv had it before but last times was because I was pregnant
Iv had two heart surgeries for pulmonary valve replacement. Had my last echo a month ago and everything looks normal. About a week after that iv been having heart palpitations every single day and extreme tiredness and slight chest discomfort. Iv had it before but last times was because I was pregnant
Spammy123
in
Heart Rhythm Disorders Support
4 months ago
echo results
There was no evidence of significant calcification or
disease
.) As the
aortic
valve
leak is mild they will monitor the dilated aorta by repeating echocardiography in 12 months time. I will try to stop worrying.
There was no evidence of significant calcification or
disease
.) As the
aortic
valve
leak is mild they will monitor the dilated aorta by repeating echocardiography in 12 months time. I will try to stop worrying.
Showgem
in
British Heart Foundation
7 months ago
Mitral Valve Prolapse and Hypothyroidism
Is Mitral Valve Prolapse associated with Hypothyroidism? If so, Is the condition common? I was diagnosed with a mild MVP 30 years ago and Hypothyroidism . 15 years later. Until I started taking Levothyroxine I had panic attack type episodes. I have never had any check ups for the MVP. Thanks
Is Mitral Valve Prolapse associated with Hypothyroidism? If so, Is the condition common? I was diagnosed with a mild MVP 30 years ago and Hypothyroidism . 15 years later. Until I started taking Levothyroxine I had panic attack type episodes. I have never had any check ups for the MVP. Thanks
Conniegirl
in
Thyroid UK
11 months ago
seeking advice
I was diagnosed with PAT and mitro valve prolapse years ago and have been on Betapace for over 30 years with no problems. I suffer with anxiety and bouts of depression and now a psychiatrist said I need antidepressants to help me. Which I agree but all interactions checkers say severe interaction causing
I was diagnosed with PAT and mitro valve prolapse years ago and have been on Betapace for over 30 years with no problems. I suffer with anxiety and bouts of depression and now a psychiatrist said I need antidepressants to help me. Which I agree but all interactions checkers say severe interaction causing
Grammquilter
in
AF Association
11 months ago
Auortic valve replacement
Good morning I'm wondering if anyone Has had simula problems Had auortic valve replaced June And recently have found I'm having a reaction fv coughing wheezing Ftwr certain foods Anyone else noticed that they have similar Regards peanuts Had birthday cake same happened
Good morning I'm wondering if anyone Has had simula problems Had auortic valve replaced June And recently have found I'm having a reaction fv coughing wheezing Ftwr certain foods Anyone else noticed that they have similar Regards peanuts Had birthday cake same happened
Queenielover
in
British Heart Foundation
10 months ago
travel insurance
my son had mitral valve replacement in March but has been given the go ahead to go on holiday. can I use the normal compare sites to get a quote if I add the existing condition? mor do we need specialist insurance companies to quote for insurance?
my son had mitral valve replacement in March but has been given the go ahead to go on holiday. can I use the normal compare sites to get a quote if I add the existing condition? mor do we need specialist insurance companies to quote for insurance?
ToniLou
in
British Heart Foundation
10 months ago
recovery expectations
Hi all I’m coming up to 5 weeks after valve replacement, removal of web and thinning of thickened muscle. Had x ray and ecg, 60% healed and function looking good apparently. Which is great news. I’ve been walking each day, I’m up to a couple of miles and on short hills BPM up to 130. May have overdid
Hi all I’m coming up to 5 weeks after valve replacement, removal of web and thinning of thickened muscle. Had x ray and ecg, 60% healed and function looking good apparently. Which is great news. I’ve been walking each day, I’m up to a couple of miles and on short hills BPM up to 130. May have overdid
TriumphLover
in
British Heart Foundation
10 months ago
POST OP
valve
disease
with the faulty valve she is goin to need replaced liking in the next 5-10yrs as signs have started to show its becoming an issue, but growing up they didn't see nothing and blamed it on anxiety and panic attacks but first mention of beta blockers I was 5 then again at 8 but I wasn't actually
valve
disease
with the faulty valve she is goin to need replaced liking in the next 5-10yrs as signs have started to show its becoming an issue, but growing up they didn't see nothing and blamed it on anxiety and panic attacks but first mention of beta blockers I was 5 then again at 8 but I wasn't actually
Thegamer03
in
British Heart Foundation
6 days ago
amlodipine and losartan
I have been taking 5mgs Amlodipine and 100 mgs Losartan in morning but after going into atrial fibrillation my blood pressure drops at lunch time. My GP has said to take losartan at night and amlodipine in morning. Has anyone take these medications at different times of day .
I have been taking 5mgs Amlodipine and 100 mgs Losartan in morning but after going into atrial fibrillation my blood pressure drops at lunch time. My GP has said to take losartan at night and amlodipine in morning. Has anyone take these medications at different times of day .
Caradomben
in
AF Association
1 year ago
3 Day Ventilation and Sedation After Aortic Valve Replacement?
My consultant surgeon want to keep me on ventilation and sedation for 3 days following aortic valve replacement. Has anyone else had a valve replacement surgery were they were told they had to be ventilated and sedated for 3 days following surgery? Ventilation damages the lungs and those who are ventilated
My consultant surgeon want to keep me on ventilation and sedation for 3 days following aortic valve replacement. Has anyone else had a valve replacement surgery were they were told they had to be ventilated and sedated for 3 days following surgery? Ventilation damages the lungs and those who are ventilated
Truthseaker
in
British Heart Foundation
10 months ago
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