Peter Weinhold - Heart Valve Journal

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Has anyone had a transesophageal echocardiogram done? If so what can I expect to encounter on the day of the procedure? Mine is scheduled for Sep. 10th to ...Read more

Has anyone had a transesophageal echocardiogram done? If so what can I expect to encounter on the day of the procedure? Mine is scheduled for Sep. 10th to confirm that i need my Aortic Valve replaced.

Marie Myers It was easy and painless. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight.i came into the outpatient area, and ... Read more

Marie Myers It was easy and painless. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight.i came into the outpatient area, and got an IV started. I got propofol for sedation, and slept through the test. Went home in about an hour..I think the whole test was only 15-20 minutes. Not worth all the worrying I did!

Louanna Miller I agree with Marie Myers. The TEE is not bad. You will be sedated and not remember anything at all. ... Read more

Louanna Miller I agree with Marie Myers. The TEE is not bad. You will be sedated and not remember anything at all. Not painful or difficult. You might have dry throat but it subsides quickly. Don’t loose sleep or energy on this one.

Susan Lynn Piece of cake! Exactly the way Marie and Louanna described - nothing to worry about. ❤

Sarah Trotter I've had two done and they are pretty easy to have done :) You throat will hurt for a few days but wi ... Read more

Sarah Trotter I've had two done and they are pretty easy to have done :) You throat will hurt for a few days but will subside after that

Peter Weinhold Thanks everyone, appreciate the insight!

Peter Weinholdposted an update

2183 days ago

Is it common to go through a period of denial anxiety?

Civita Fahey absolutely! I think I was in denial for months.. I kept saying my shortness of breath wasn't that bad ... Read more

Civita Fahey absolutely! I think I was in denial for months.. I kept saying my shortness of breath wasn't that bad so it must be because I need to lose some weight. I feel fine.. so, yes, is totally normal, but the sooner we come to terms with what we need done the better is for us. All will be well in the end and its normal to be scared to death. this is the best place to be for comfort and understanding. We have all been there. Best of luck.

Peter Weinhold Thank you! I’ve been trying to read and understand as much as i can to mentally prepare myself. Thi ... Read more

Peter Weinhold Thank you! I’ve been trying to read and understand as much as i can to mentally prepare myself. This seems like a great community for that.

Civita Fahey it is Peter.. it helped me tremendously before and after surgery. this is why I still check in to see ... Read more

Civita Fahey it is Peter.. it helped me tremendously before and after surgery. this is why I still check in to see if anyone needs any comfort, encouragement etc. We all understand what you are going through. Ask any question one of us will answer you..

Adam Pick Survey says..... YES!!!! Peter, this is very, very, very common. All types of anxiety are common be ... Read more

Adam Pick Survey says..... YES!!!! Peter, this is very, very, very common. All types of anxiety are common before heart surgery. As many patients in our community may share with you, the anxiety leading up to the procedure may be the toughest part of the entire experience. Stay calm. You are going to do fine. Take this step-by-step and heart surgery will ultimately be another "chapter" in your "book of life". My thoughts are with you!

Sarah Trotter Yes!!! I always think I'm totally fine but I'm not