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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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1 hour ago (October 12, 2026)

I am going with the On x mechanical valve. I’m sure this question gets ran into the ground but I have to ask it. How loud is the “ticking” and do you actually get use to it. That is one of my fears is that it will drive me crazy.... Read more.

❤️ Chuck Knudsen and Henrik Lindeberg reacted to this

Chuck Knudsen

1 hour ago (October 12, 2026)

I hear it sometimes but I have used to it now. When I have headphones on it is louder!

Henrik Lindeberg

1 hour ago (October 12, 2026)

Hi Basil I do not have the On-X but the St Jude Regent Mechanical valve and I hear it typically if I lay on my back but not really on the side. From time to time I hear it and others do as well if it is really quiet. I... Read more.

Basil Griffith

1 hour ago (October 12, 2026)

I’ve read mixed things but it seems most people get use to it.

Chuck Knudsen

54 minutes ago (October 12, 2026)

It is a good reminder you are still living life!

Henrik Lindeberg

53 minutes ago (October 12, 2026)

Me as well. I hear it but for me it is not an issue. I do not hear it or think about it in my daily activities but sometimes when I go to bed or in a very silent room. I hope it won’t drive you crazy I do not... Read more.

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