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Jim Rizzo posted an update

2 years 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

2 years ago (August 6, 2024)

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

2 years ago (August 7, 2024)

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

2 years ago (August 8, 2024)

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

2 years ago (May 22, 2024)

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

Jim Rizzo

2 years ago (May 22, 2024)

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Teressa Phillips

2 years ago (May 22, 2024)

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

2 years ago (May 22, 2024)

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

2 years ago (May 23, 2024)

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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