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Hi Sarah, great news that you were able to go home. You know, we hear so many stories of our fellow \"valvers\" having absolutely no complications that when one comes along, no matter how \"minor\" (that\'s relative) we tend to panic a little. I believe that all sorts of things can be expected when our hearts are basically assaulted in surgery, no need to worry as long as they are addressed. Sounds like your \"bump in the road\" has been and I look forward to hearing soon that you are 100%. Take care and remember me on March 13th when I will be having my surgery. REALLY getting close....Linda Dixon

Hi Sarah, thanks for the update on the reasons, or lack of for this. Great you are home. Interesting that your pulse is lower now. I suspect that means this has been going on for awhile. Whatever the case. glad you got it cleared up, are being monitored and are feeling better. Best of luck to you. -Mitch Friedman

Hi Sarah; Bummer re the setback. Kudos for listening to your body and taking the right action. I remember the hardest part of recovery was being patient with my body. It helped me to talk to my heart. Like one of your young patients. Stay strong. Winona 9/17/2008 MVR

Hi Sarah, so sorry to hear about the set back, but so glad you caught it so quickly and got help. Hopefully you will not be there too long. When you get more details, please let us know if there is anything that tends to cause this, so we all can learn. I suspect not and this is just another not so fun part of this whole journey. As in, sometimes these things happen, and sometimes they don\'t. Wishing you all the best. -Mitch Friedman

Hi Sarah, sorry for the small \"set back\" but good for you for calling your doctor! Glad you are feeling better, glad you \"listened\" to your body and didn\'t ignore it. Hope you feel better real soon. Linda Dixon

Hi sarah, I am happy you are in the right place and they did the right procedure. You are going to feel so much better when this all settles down. I have read that all the crazy heart rhythms and rates are very common after surgery. I had A-fib for a little while after I was at home. I am wishing you a very short hospital stay and a fast full recovery. Jane 12/5/11 Mitral Valve repair

Hi Sarah, Too bad about the current issues; fortunately you were able to start getting them treated in a timely manner. I hope that they clear up quickly and that you are able to get out and continue on with your recovery. Take care! John Lund

Sarah, Sarah.....thanks for the updates. I am sorry you are back in for a short visit. I hope you have many taking exceptional care of you and countless friends and family giving you all the love and support you need as you continue this journey. Hang in there my friend and know I think of you often. Love and prayers from below the bridge.....Jodi

So sorry to hear you are back in the hospital. That procedure does not sound like fun! I hope all goes well and you are back home soon. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Deb Z