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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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Kieran Parsons posted an update

6 years ago (November 3, 2019)

For anyone with a loud mechanical valve - any tips on how to muffle the sound so it's not so obvious to others?

Jeffrey Dyer

Foam insulation? 🤣

Herman Kanter

I had my aortic valve replaced with the ON-X mechanical valve 7 weeks ago. I have been trying different body postures and layers of extra clothing.

Kieran Parsons

Any luck?

Herman Kanter

I am not sure. It seems like younger people in the room sometimes heat the ticking sound and I just decided that I am not going to mention this.

Bradley Dunn

My best advice would be to keep your mind active. It is stressful at times. However, at 15 months I rarely think about it anymore. I do hear it. It is always there. However, during work, sports or whatever; I don't hear it unless I think about it. An active... Read more.

Kieran Parsons posted an update

6 years ago (September 6, 2019)

Hi all, surgery went well and I'm now the owner of a new aortic root and a mechanical valve! The first few days in ICU were tricky at times but you really do improve a little bit each day. The surgeon, his team and the nursing staff were amazing and... Read more.

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Tim Saint

I'm glad it went well Kieran. Hardest bit is now behind you. Once you get your inr sorted and sternum healed you'll be back in the game. Hope you're recovery continues to go well. All the best.

Marie Myers

Welcome to recovery! Glad to hear things went well.

Rob Scilingo

Woot woot Kieran. You are now part of the post open heart surgery club. I will be thinking about you and your recovery. Be kind to yourself. Push yourself but don't punish yourself. It all gets better from here my friend.

Deepak Khanka

Kieran, You are right in saying each day you will take a step forward and there will be ups and downs. I felt abit poorly in week 3 into week 4. Just generally unwell as compared to week 2

Deepak Khanka

But after my research I realised it was common to feel that way I.e good in week 1,2 and then it goes down week 3 /4 and comes back to normal in few days

Joy Vera

Welcome to the recovery side, Kieran. You're on your way to getting back to life!

Susan Lynn

Thanks for the update, Kieran. You'll see dramatic improvement in the next few weeks. You're going to love rehab! All the best!

Carmel Power

Kieran, I had my operation in Melbourne, Australia. I was at the Epworth; where did you have your surgery?

Kieran Parsons posted an update

6 years ago (August 18, 2019)

9 days until OHS in Melbourne, Australia. Sometimes I just feel like hitting fast forward, life is strange sometimes.

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Susan Lynn

Kieran - I know how you feel - the last days of waiting are the absolute worst. But, you're mentally prepared for what's ahead - ready to just get it done. You will look forward to that day and know that better days await you after surgery. Hang in there!... Read more.

Marie Myers

You can do it! Wishing you a smooth trip through surgery and recovery.

Tim Saint

G'day Kieran, I have had 3 ohs in Adelaide over the years & transcatheter repair of paravalular aortic leak a couple of weeks ago. What procedure are you having? No doubt you will have world class surgical treatment in Melbourne.

Kieran Parsons

Aortic valve repair/replacement and same for the root - over 5 cms! My surgeon is Peter Skillington. I feel pretty confident about the team. Any tips?

Tim Saint

Do your research on replacement valves if yours can't be repaired. Try and find some peace prior to your surgery in that your team are highly skilled and your future health will be greatly enhanced once you recover from the surgery. Comfy recliner for those first days home for sleep... Read more.

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