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2175 days ago

Chris Purvis posted a note for Toni that says:

Hi Toni what valve did you end up going with? I’m 41 and I can not see myself taking blood thinner for the rest of my life!

Toni Z Hi, sorry for late response. I ended get mechanical valve to avoid repeat surgery. I’m not a candid ... Read more

Toni Z Hi, sorry for late response. I ended get mechanical valve to avoid repeat surgery. I’m not a candidate for TAVR since my heart is too small. I hope you are doing well. What did you decide to get? I had a stroke when I had my second son so that made me worry about the blood thinner but it was from a clot traveling up to my brain and not from an bleed out. Luckily I recovered from that with no residual problem.

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2255 days ago

Kelly Stoll posted a note for Toni that says:

Hi Toni. Thanks for the info on the mechanical valve diet. Please keep me updated. Congrats on your surgery and I wish you a healthy recovery.

Toni Z So far the biggest adjustment has been the ticking , it hasn't really kept me from sleeping but I can ... Read more

Toni Z So far the biggest adjustment has been the ticking , it hasn't really kept me from sleeping but I can definitely hear it tick away. If I sleep on my back, it’s the most quiet. I was a side sleeper before the surgery but now I think I’ll be a back sleeper. If I try to sleep on my left, it’s too loud. Sometimes the tick becomes a squeak at the base of my neck so I shift my head and it stops. Super weird and this is my new norm.

Michael Cline Hi Toni, Who is the manufacturer of your mechanical valve?

Toni Z St Jude 19 mm. It was the smallest they had but it was too big so the had to widen my root with graph ... Read more

Toni Z St Jude 19 mm. It was the smallest they had but it was too big so the had to widen my root with graph. Luckily my root was not an issue so no replacement or repair needed.

Kelly Stoll My first introduction to a mechanical valve was at family friends house during dinner. They played a ... Read more

Kelly Stoll My first introduction to a mechanical valve was at family friends house during dinner. They played a trick on me, went silent, and we all were "trying" to locate the ticking noise. A good joke to play on a 17 year old! I admit my spouse has expressed concern about how loud I will be after surgery. I keep reminding him that it will be worse for me, than it is for him. May you adjust to it with ease and get plenty of rest too.

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2279 days ago

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Martha K posted a note for Toni that says:

Hi Toni, Thank you for your thoughts. I m glad to hear you are doing well. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. I hope you ...Read more

Hi Toni, Thank you for your thoughts. I m glad to hear you are doing well. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. I hope you get to go home soon! Martha

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2282 days ago

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Debra Langford posted a note for Toni that says:

Great to hear you may be going home. Good luck in your recovery at home.

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2286 days ago

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Martha Kaczala posted a note for Toni that says:

Hi Toni, Saying prayers for a successful surgery and recovery today!

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2286 days ago

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Debra Langford posted a note for Toni that says:

Praying for a successful surgery tomorrow and a speedy recovery. Sending well wishes your way!

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2286 days ago

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Bonnie Stone-Hope posted a note for Toni that says:

Hi Toni, Tomorrow is your surgery. Thinking of you and wishing you an easy surgery and speedy recovery.

Toni Z Thank you!!!

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2286 days ago

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SH posted a note for Toni that says:

Good luck, tomorrow, Toni. The waiting is the worst part. While you're hanging out at the hospital, you may want to order a shower chair/stool. When you ...Read more

Good luck, tomorrow, Toni. The waiting is the worst part. While you're hanging out at the hospital, you may want to order a shower chair/stool. When you get home, you may feel a little weak. A chair will certainly make you feel more confident and give you some independence. There are lots of inexpensive choices on Amazon. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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2286 days ago

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Rhonda Williams posted a note for Toni that says:

Saying prayers for a textbook procedure and peace for you and your family. I had a Ross to replace my aortic valve just a week ago and I'm doing great so stay ...Read more

Saying prayers for a textbook procedure and peace for you and your family. I had a Ross to replace my aortic valve just a week ago and I'm doing great so stay positive!

Toni Z Thank you.... trying to stay busy and calm. Any tips on what to bring or have when you got home?

Rhonda Williams So sorry I didn't respond to you! I just saw this today. I don't get notifications from the site and ... Read more

Rhonda Williams So sorry I didn't respond to you! I just saw this today. I don't get notifications from the site and I've been lax about checking it. I need to remedy that because I want to give as much encouragement and support as I can. I hope you have been doing well since your surgery.