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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: November 17, 2020

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Susan Baltes posted an update
5 years ago (November 20, 2020)
Mechanical valve question. I received mine 6 months ago and have this strange pulling or rocking sensation ever since. In the beginning I felt a pull to the left when I would stand and my body wanted to go left rather than straight. That has lessened but I still have... Read more.
Lenore Mitchell
5 years ago (November 22, 2020)
Could be due to the wire usually used to close the sternum - this wire is located just under the skin and does feel a bit strange for awhile and pulls. You get used to it (it's permanent). Good luck
Susan Baltes
5 years ago (December 22, 2020)
Thank you for your comments. So it's permanent ? Well could be worse
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5 years ago (November 17, 2020)
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