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Dawna Wickdahl got a guestbook from Ernie A.S.
12 years ago (December 3, 2013)
Get a workout partner or trainer and that'll help keep you working out and motivated. This new valve has given us a good chance at a longer life. Don't waste it. Good luck.
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Dawna Wickdahl got a guestbook from Fiona
12 years ago (July 6, 2013)
Hi Dawna, I had open heart surgery just over 2 years ago now. The incision has healed up really well but I still have a numb feeling and nerve tingling sensations under the scar. How long in your recovery did this take to settled down?
Dawna Wickdahl got a guestbook from Michele
12 years ago (July 3, 2013)
Hi Dawna. I had AVR November 2010. My surgeon suggested tissue valve, I was 42. He said I would need another surgery in 10-15 yrs I looked at him like he had 2 heads! So what is it like with the mechanical valve can you hear it (my dr said... Read more.

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