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Just been told I need repair surgery to aortic valve, wanted to know how long I will have to wait for it to happen

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Hi and welcome this is a weight loss forum and we can offer no medical advice - Please speak to your GP - Hope all goes well

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[jchann]

Hi, my husband had he's replaced about 7 years ago. He waited about 8 weeks for his op but u should speak to your doctor before doing exercise.

[DartmoorDumpling Restart Feb 2024]

My mother, now 86 had a heart valve replacement 10 years ago. She did not have long to wait for her operation as I recall (a couple of months at most) and her recovery was very quick - I couldn't believe how quickly she was up and about!

She watches her weight and takes care to avoid heavy lifting, and takes a few breaks for a breather when walking up hills; but otherwise she still walks a good distance around her village and climbs stairs happily so there can be a good outcome from this operation!

Use your waiting time to improve your general health with a sensible diet and gentle exercise combined with relaxation when you can. Take care x

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Hi your best bet is to sign on with the British Heart Foundation or see if there is a heart related site on here. This is a weight loss site.