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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: March 22, 2021

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Gregg Kent posted an update

4 years ago (February 3, 2022)

Just curious if others are aware and noticing what I'm reading more and more about. The importance of proper sleep and its impact on heart health? While meds, nutrition and exercise are well known, it appears sleep is becoming a fourth contributing factor. Maybe it's been and I'm just becoming... Read more.

David Hoover

I have definitely noticed! Maybe itâ€™s because I have been suffering from chronic severe insomnia for going on 2 years now. My average is around 3 hours. Itâ€™s had a huge impact on my quality of life. I havenâ€™t responded well with the different medications prescribed.

Rose Madura

Since I retired and am able to get 8 hours of sleep, it's amazing how much better I feel. That and a new valve have given me much more energy and stamina.

Marie Myers

I, too, have had issues with sleep over the last several years. I found that meditating while focusing on my slow, calm breathing has helped me. The website HeadSpace is good for learning meditation, and I recommend it. I do occasionally take a 15 mg temazepam for sleep, but I... Read more.

Gregg Kent posted an update

4 years ago (July 24, 2021)

So I have absolutely no excuse for pushing myself towards recovery. My mother turned 90 yesterday and still goes to the gym with my 90 year old father 3x's per week. No excuse - none.

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Richard Munson

Thumbs up mom and dad. Maybe you can go with them. They may whip your butt though. Lol.

Unknown

Good genes Gregg. I have never been an exercise person, but on and off in my life I have done exercises for a while. I, like you would love to be like your mom and dad but Iâ€™m not that person. On and off itâ€™s my thing and hope to... Read more.

Marie Myers

Just remember, you had recent open heart surgery. You can push, just not too hard, and not every day. You have been through a lot, so give yourself the time off and rest you may need.