Long Term Effects of a Repaired PDA?
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Fortunately, there are very few.  If a PDA has been successfully ligated before other problems such as pulmonary hypertension, heart failure or endocarditis develop, the long-term survival is essentially equal to that of someone who has never had a PDA to begin with.  These complications only occur in the setting of a large PDA that goes untreated.  In extremely rare cases, the PDA can reopen.  If the PDA was closed using one of the newer devices such as coils or an Amplatzer device there may be a six-month period during which the patient needs to take antibiotics for dental procedures to avoid infection.  That's really about it, though.  You may want to discuss this with your doctor who will know more about your current heart function.
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I had a small tear in my medial meniscus repaired earlier this year. It had been painful for a couple of years, especially if I turned on my knee, or landed at all heavily on it. The operation itself was no bother at all.\n\nI went to the Day Surgery at about noon, went to the theatre at about 3.30, general anaesthetic, woke up at about 4.45, and was fine to leave the hospital by 6.00.\n\nThey made 3 small holes in my knee, did the job and got out again - it's wonderful, this microsurgery. I was on crutches for about 3 days, and using a single crutch / stick for about 10 days more.  It was a bit sore afterwards, but not really painful.  I had a couple of stitches in each scar, which the nurse took out after 2 weeks. \n\nI was back able to use the gym after about a month, and the repair has made a real difference. It's not like new, (they're very old knees anyway!) but it's much better than it was before the operation.
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my dad has surgery for that a few years ago... actually, it was like 7 years ago now that i think of it...\n\nhe's fine now, and other than not being able to use his hand for 2 weeks after the surgery, he's fine. its like there was never a problem. he works with a construction crew, and he's a real big, real strong guy. he uses heavy duty tools all day, and can still do everything he did before with just as much strength. you should be fine after the surgery, just do what the doctor tells you. it worked for him. he's got a grip like a gorilla.
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I personally have a palm One model. It is helpful to me. I can keep the important phone numbers and appointments for me and my boss up to date anytime. The PDA can by synchronized with your computer. That is very helpful. Information can be entered in either machine and can be matched to have with you at all times. So far I have not found a negative side of this. I got my PDA last October and still enjoy it. It also comes with a charger, so no batteries are needed.
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My wife had one 3 years ago and doctors left it.  It turned out to be cancer and she is still fighting it. DO NOT HESITATE GETTING TREATMENT BECAUSE IT MAY COST YOUR LIFE AND YOUR KIDS WONT HAVE A MUM
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They do not keep you in the hospital for near as long as they used to. Sometimes overnight is considered normal. As you are aware, this surgery usually effects your personal life but the Dr. will offer Viagra or similar medications provided that you do not have heart problems. The recovery period is not too bad although you will naturally be a bit tired at first and can still have some blood in the urine for a while yet. Hope all goes well ending the concern with the PSA tests!  I am going for surgery on Nov. 21st.
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As a matter of fact, this is true.  It was reported in a recent Reader's Digest in their Medical Updates section.  No, they don't affect women.  The issue was the heat generated by the laptop causing a drop in sperm production.  It is not a theory, but a fact.  Of course, like so many things, two years from now they may come out with a study that says it isn't as bad as they once thought.
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I also have ddd, cervical (neck), had surgery, fusion, metal plate & screws.   2 years later, 3 more herniated discs and have read, searched, asked, etc. for a solution.  I know, it's a miserable condition.  Google degenerative disc disease or herniated discs.  Some material says they may heal on their own (not my experience), but something I was informed about through this site but haven't tried is papaya injections. No, not making it up.  Also, google laser spine institute where you will find animated info that clearly demonstrates and explains what happens to the nerves, spinal chord and spine.  Good luck, I really feel for you.
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Yes. I bought a PDA on there..... and I loved it. lol
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For me, it took a few days to stop the pain.  After I finished the 14 days of Prevpac, I still got sharp pain 3 times in one month & then no more.  My doctor said it just took a long time for my stomach to finish healing.  Now it's been two months since I finished the Prevpac & I haven't had any problems.\nHang in there!  Those 14 days were horrible for me - and I was taking them during my university midterms.  I had a hard time focusing, staying awake, etc. But that was much better than to run the risk of problems getting worse.
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It's kind of like a spring, what it looks like, and the doctors use it when they are fixing a heart murmur, for a Patent ductus arteriosus at least they use it and if you just want to shorten the term use PDA but anyways, they put it into your heart, where it'll close whatever's open. Think they use it all murmurs and holes really.\n~It's not metal or anything and the tissue of the heart will grow around it. Also if you want some other stuff here it is, they take you into surgery, where you'll put you under anestecs(sp?), then they'll put a tube up your lower area, so that it reaches the heart, it'll hurt afterwards and you'll have to stay laying down for a while, however long the doctor says, and then if your an out patient you'll go home. The surgery will leave a scar, but it's so tiny you won't even notice it, it's actually amazing how small it is, I was surprised when I first saw the insicians on my leg. You probably won't be allowed to run, lift things that require two hands, or any extranious work for at least 10 days. You will also probably have to go back a year later to your cardiologist to make sure whatever problem there was is fixed.
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If it makes you happy keep on doing it sista!!! There's no harm in a little PDA...
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I suppose it depends...i had it done on my right hand,then my left 2 months later.Both times i returned to work 3 days later.Not by choice,we had to eat,but i did fine.Unless you have very small wrists,they go in at the palm of your hand,at the lifeline...maybe that made a difference with my recovery also.\nHowever,carpal tunnel was not the only problem.  I have thoracic outlet syndrome...I can't seem to find a doc to help me.\nIt has become very painful.Most of the symptoms feel the same,only my hands don't stay numb and tingly,they BURN.it extends to the neck and shoulders and causes migraines and a lot of misery.....If there are any questions about your nerve conduction studies or other tests you may have had done ,you may want to mention thoracic outlet to your doctor.Physical therapy can help a lot if it doesn't get too advanced.\nGood Luck with surgery...It will be worth it in my opinion.It did fix my CT :)
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No.  I'm afraid the flaws cannot be repaired.\n\nGood luck!
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my girlfriend had it done the recovery did suck i won't lie ithink it took couple of weeks for it to go away completely but for the most part i would say probably about up to 2weeks for most of tenderness to go away now if your talking about being able to handle them say in four play then at least a month i believe if i remember correctly cause that was ten years ago
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coolsai - What tweety says is true; the answers you want depends a little bit on the specifics of your case, but I will tell you this.  Long-term outcome for VSDs is usually excellent, although it depends on the size and location of the defect, the timing of the surgery, complications from surgery, and degree of pulmonary hypertension.  Patients that have had VSD closure before pulmonary hypertension has developed should have a normal life expectancy.  In fact, in patients who have small defects that go UNrepaired, survival at 25 years is in the 95% range.  Those who underwent relatively late repair and had relatively large defects can have some degree of pulmonary hypertension which may compromise their long-term outcomes.  Once repaired, late complications are rare.  Most late complications are due to repair that was done too late (heart failure, pulmonary hypertension) or from injury during surgery (valve damage, heart block).  5% may need repeat surgery is there is a residual hole.  If your pulmonary pressures are normal, there should be no problems with pregnancy.  Certainly, no problems with infertility in either case (at least, not stemming from the VSD).
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I had one September of last year. Unfortunately, part of mine died away. Apparently, that doesn't happen often. Up until that point it was looking pretty good and after the recovery of the surgery there wasn't any pain associated with it. I just had the Dorsi flap reconstruction (from the back) though and since then I have limited movement, muscle aches and spasms. Feel free to email me for specific questions.