John's Posts

Valve replacement surgery was almost 26 months ago; I had planned an update at 24 months...oh well. Have a routine echo exam tomorrow, which reminded me just how long ago my surgery was. The fact that I am up and active, and don't think about the AVR is testimony to the genius of the medical community, especially Cleveland Clinic. I did undergo two cataract procedures, with good results, and am basically sound. Still on metoprolol and torsemide, but a low levels. Lots of new faces on the HVJ site. Welcome to what can be a really neat experience. John Teftt AVR--CleveClinic--5-4-12.

Posting between cardio visits...next is early July, with echocardiogram. Only change since last post is continued deterioration in vision. Opthamologist has identified 1 cataract worthy of surveillance...and I am scheduled for 6 month follow up. Gonna get by with old specs I hope...would have to get corrective lenses if I were still employed.....Hmmm.... I have had no luck trying to engage the medical community in pursuit of a connection between OHS and vision/memory deterioration. Several unofficial comments from India/Pakistani students hint strongly that such a connection is being studied. Someone with a scientific inclination please follow up. Again, recovery from OHS much slower than "as advertised," but the net results are there. Thanks again HVJ. J Teeftt, AVR, CClinic, 5/4/12.

Not only 90 days without the Cardiologist,this week marks TOTAL 8 months AVR Surgery. Everything is pointing in a positive direction. Next step is in 6 months, when an ECHO is scheduled. Caution to others: the vision deterioration and memory loss are more common than we think. If my memory loss stabilizes, no neurologist involvement is necessary. Decision on that is at next Cardio appointment. Not so with eye doctor. Appointment to follow. I hope someone more scientifically inclined will follow up these 2 problem areas. Access to Pakistan/Indian research would help. Old grouch that I am, I must admit that in spite of a long drawn out recovery, plus a couple of unresolved issues, I am much, much better than at New Years 2011, 2012, etc. Peace be to all...J.Teeftt, AVR, CClinic