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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve

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Jim Rizzo posted an update

1 year ago (August 6, 2024)

Hi everyone. I had a mechanical aortic valve (On-X) replacement about 3 months ago, so I've been going for blood testing because I'm on warfarin. my cardiologist mentioned an at home blood testing/INR machine. has anyone use this or have any feedback on that device? thank you!

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Marcia Snyder

Jim I have an at-home INR meter, and love it. I used to go to a coumadin clinic, and they used the same meter. The results are extremely reliable, and takes less than 5 minutes. I report my results on an app on my phone. The device is small, about... Read more.

Yumiko Ishida

Totally worth it! Not sure how it works elsewhere but in my case I had to get a prescription for the device from the coumadin clinic. Like Marcia, I reported the results through an app on my phone. The coumadin clinic gets the results and called me if warfarin dose... Read more.

Jim Rizzo

Thanks to all for the feedback!

Jim Rizzo posted an update

2 years ago (May 22, 2024)

Good morning everyone. It is so helpful to read all the posts/replies as I am working through recovery. Thanks to all. Day 9 for me: Sleeping is hit or miss. I seem to do better if I take some Melatonin at night before bed. I'm not sure if it's all... Read more.

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Daneen Douglas

Fantastic Jim. I'm 4 weeks past and am walking 5,000. Time to up my steps, lol. Keep rocking it!

Jim Rizzo

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Teressa Phillips

I couldn't read or listen to audio books that soon after surgery. It took me weeks to have enough attention span and complex though capabilities.

Rose Madura

Jim sounds like you are doing well! I recently discussed with my cardiologist and PCP about taking melatonin. My cardiologist mentioned that some people have weird dreams so that may be it. 🤷

Jim Rizzo

Appreciate the feedback!

Jim Rizzo posted an update

2 years ago (May 17, 2024)

Hello everyone. Thanks to all the many well wishes and prayers! it was really helpful to get through this process. after my surgery on Monday, I was discharged today and I'm recovering at home. What a crazy week! thanks again to all for their support!

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