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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: April 1, 2018

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Tobias Wasmuht posted an update
8 years ago (July 8, 2018)
All is good! The Heart has settled down nicely to low 60s bpm and showing nice smooth regular curves on my heart rate meter. I have been walking early every morning for 3 to 4 miles and have found this an excellent way to start the day, and means that... Read more.
8 years ago (July 8, 2018)
Great to hear about your awesome progress!
8 years ago (July 8, 2018)
Excellent! Enjoy the sights and sounds as the city emerges from its slumber!
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Great to hear your journey is going well.
8 years ago (July 9, 2018)
Amsterdam is such a beautiful city.
Tobias Wasmuht posted an update
8 years ago (June 29, 2018)
So my first week at home has been great. Walks around the neighbourhood, light lunches at the local restaurant, and plenty of resting and napping all supported by my daughter and lovely wife. Then bang day 13 and I woke up in the middle of the night with atrial fibrillation... Read more.
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8 years ago (June 30, 2018)
Hope you get back into normal rhythm soon! Hang in there...
8 years ago (June 30, 2018)
Very common, indeed. Hang in there, Tobias!
8 years ago (June 30, 2018)
Hi Tobias. Echoing what others have said. It is common. My cardio doc explained years ago that sometimes the heart has to relearn how to function post-surgery, especially with bicuspids. All that new blood flow is going to throw things a little off balance for a bit. Hang in there... Read more.
8 years ago (June 30, 2018)
Yes. As often as we hear ab out it on this site, it makes me wonder if it happens more than 40-50%. Remember that it usually clears up within six weeks. You are almost there. Best wishes. I hope you get into normal rythym soon.
8 years ago (July 1, 2018)
I'm right there with you Tobias. Mine decided to peak its head at 8 days post op. I knew it right away so went to the ER and was admitted Friday afternoon. Thank the lord I converted Saturday evening around 7pm...hoping I stay in normal sinus so that I can... Read more.
8 years ago (July 1, 2018)
Pleased to report that after running at an erratic 130 to 135 bpm for the whole of yesterday. I woke up to a lovely regular 72 BPM this morning. A world of difference.
8 years ago (July 1, 2018)
Excellent news, Tobias!
Tobias Wasmuht posted an update
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
Well Amazingly the hospital let me go on the Friday evening (day 7) in time for a family dinner and reunion. The body is a miraculous thing. Tuesday evening in the operating theatre for a second time, and then Friday evening home sweet home. Being home with my wife and... Read more.
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
I don't have any guidance because I'm with you 'new' to the recovery club. But man I'm glad your doing so well!
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
Very happy you're home and that you are doing much better, Tobias. I'm sure others will give you guidance, just don't overdo it for now. Guys are prone to do that! Keep us posted!
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
Happy to hear your home.
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
May the rest of your recovery be uneventful.
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
I highly recommend cardiac rehab. They will be able to keep you challenged and progressing within your abilities. I loved meeting the other participants, too!
8 years ago (June 24, 2018)
Glad all is going well for you. I'd discuss with your doctors and try not to overdo it just yet.

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