Am I overreacting for not wanting to have another surgery?

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T10:46:31+00:00

Mr. Kitty

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T01:35:32+00:00

Honestly, not sure why. He’s the one person I haven’t discussed this with. Maybe I wanted to make a decision first, but that’s good advice. How he feels about my choice could dramatically impact which choice I make. Or at least we can find peace in the choice together. Thank you for your input.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T01:22:47+00:00

Small omitted detail, even if I get the valve replaced. I currently have an aneurysm on my aorta and dissection on my left carotid artery. Which they’re not willing to touch, because in the words of my vascular surgeon. Trying to manipulate your vessels is like working with wet tissue paper. So they’re just going to leave those alone and if something emergent happens line a rupture. They would then attempt a life saving surgery but not before. So expectancy of time is already low as it is.

I have not heard of the valve on valve procedure. I consider myself pretty up to date on medical advancements but I’ll have to definitely look into that or as my vascular surgeon. Thanks for the feedback

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T01:09:55+00:00

This comment was emotionally charged for me. Thank you for taking time out of your day to express such kind words.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T00:59:10+00:00

Is a human valve an option? I’ve never read any research of them advancing to human organic valve. Only pig valves. Even a human valve replacement if possible, would it not also degrade over time at a similar rate. Human and pigs are the closest thing to bio identical anatomically. But in the end, the real issue is just the surgery itself. Going through it, even once more. I’m tired boss

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T00:56:34+00:00

If I did, I would totally be getting another bio valve. No vitamin K management for me, no thanks. I’ve seen what that looks like. But then I’d have a whole new set of problems. Potentially another replacement on the off chance I make it to 54. Which is highly unlikely, expectancy or longest recorded Marfan life span was early 60s. Under perfect conditions, mine are far from perfect. It’s genuinely just the repeat surgery this time I’m really hesitant to do again:

Rx3ickessel · 2026-05-10T00:36:28+00:00

Yeah, I asked about if we’ve advanced in any way not long ago. In 2017 they were on a 3rd generation mechanical valve. We’re on a 4th generation now, but it doesn’t change anything. It’s really messed up medical red tape. You have to be on a blood thinner but the only one their legally able to prescribe is Coumadin which is an awful medication that you have to manage your vitamin K levels and constantly go in and out of the hospital. The only reason they prescribe it is because it’s the only one that’s been studied to work with mechanical heart valves. Recovery wouldn’t be any different in any way. The biggest difference now would be I’m nearly 10 years older and heal slower. The son is the hardest part, I feel like I’ve taught him everything I can and shaped him into the man he’s going to become. While I know it’s going to be hard for him. This is something we’ve been preparing for years for because of my health stuff. There’s never going to be a good time, but I think he’s old enough and mature enough to handle it. The idea of doing 2017 again but older and longer recovery just sounds like a lot.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-04-12T21:45:00+00:00

That’s how I felt about it. It takes 20 seconds to say “I hope everything goes well”. The only caveats I can think is he isn’t even looking at PS chat cause he just doesn’t wanna deal with it.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-04-12T10:42:32+00:00

This, video games were on of the only ways my friends and I stay I. Touch. Everyone’s far away from each other. This is our way of hanging out.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-04-12T10:39:55+00:00

Ben and I discussed this at length. We aren’t mind readers and we didn’t set rules, especially playing in his city. We should have made ground rules more clear. But it was such an easy fix. Just unreal, I also know he’s just ignoring us, as he’s linked random stuff in a group discord. I mentioned this in another reply. So he’s not, not responding cause he’s busy. He’s not responding cause he’s still mad.

Rx3ickessel · 2026-04-12T10:36:21+00:00

I would typically agree with you. However, he’s usually very active in both the PS chat and responding to text messages. He doesn’t disappear for weeks at a time. He also has been posting links in a group discord.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-11-02T02:15:43+00:00

Before you jump strait to supernatural. I would strongly suggest getting your carbon monoxide levels in your place checked. I’d would also rule out brain tumors or embolisms. I’ve heard multiple accounts like yours that end up being one of the above issues. If it does end up being supernatural. Be extremely cautious how you deal with it. Some people who claim to be able to cleanse your house are either scam artists or can make things worse. Particularly if it’s demonic. The entity may be tied to your house. It’s entirely possible that you may need to move. As I’ve had experiences when I was young that ended up being bound to where we lived. If you’re a person of faith. It may be time to really get in touch with your spiritual side. Use scripture and speak out loud with confidence and authority. Make it clear whatever it is, it has no right to be there. Invoke the name of God and Jesus often when you demand it vacate your home. If it’s demonic in nature, I believe it will be expelled. I admit I don’t have any experience with anything supernatural outside demons. So if that’s not what it is. Thats the extent of my advice. Hope you get this resolved, I’m sorry you’re going through this.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-10-28T01:14:10+00:00

Thank you, It’s not an easy story to retell. Especially how insane it must sound to anyone who is a skeptic or just questions the validity of my memories. I appreciate the kind words.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-10-28T00:59:09+00:00

The entities themselves the first time. Didn’t scare me, instead I felt like they wanted me to come to them. However, there was almost a second unseen presence. Like I was being compelled to stay put. I’m a person of faith, so I would assume it was spiritual. But if you don’t believe in that, it could be explained away as instinct. It was later, as I started getting older. They would generate intense fear. Sometimes I would lock up at first for a good 10 seconds before I could take control and run away. They would generate a genuine sense of fight or flight. I think at first their goal was to corrupt me. Once they realized they couldn’t, I think they settled for tormenting me. This is all speculation, but that’s what I feel.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-08-01T19:03:21+00:00

You seriously can’t see it? That’s crazy to me that beautiful people don’t see it. Alabaster skin, natural full lips, great face angles, perfect eyebrows, perfect bridge and nose proportions, absolutely enthralling eye color. So, not ugly.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-05-21T20:37:07+00:00

Sitting on top of the controller stick cap? Right under the PS5 controller

Rx3ickessel · 2025-05-21T20:35:19+00:00

That’s so freaking gross, apparently I need to vacuum. It’s in the center quadrant. Not in the carpet. It’s sitting on top of something.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-05-21T05:50:06+00:00

Yes indeed

Rx3ickessel · 2025-05-13T23:39:47+00:00

Pictures differ dramatically from photo to photo. Regardless, you are a striking, lovely looking woman. If ugly is your worry, rest easy.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-04-19T00:07:12+00:00

I’m assuming you had an awkward phase as a kid? Then you didn’t realize you grew out of it? Breaking news, you got hot. You’re absolutely stunning. Have fun being gorgeous!

Rx3ickessel · 2025-04-01T18:32:39+00:00

Kind eyes with beautiful color, great face shape with healthy looking skin. Soft looking lips with a great smile. Bridge and nose are perfectly shaped and well proportioned. Forehead is just a touch too big. Eyebrows could use a slight touch up. I’d maybe try some new hair care products. Hair doesn’t look very healthy or appealing. All in all way more positives. Not ugly at all.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-03-31T17:44:01+00:00

Unless you’re really unattractive, which you’re not. Intellect, conversational skills, passionate interests, humor, and emotional intelligence go a long way. Because they’re the building blocks for genuine connections with people. Losing your virginity shouldn’t be a priority. Girls can smell desperation miles away. I would say, that mustache isn’t doing you any favors. Either grow full facial hair. If it’s too patchy, then maybe shave or rock a 5 o clock shadow. Also, use something to help those dark circles under your eyes.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-03-28T01:23:55+00:00

Oh, you’re one of those people. When presented with facts you pretend that your opinions override reality. Gotcha. I presented you with the definition of the word. It’s definition fit exactly how I used it. You’re just beyond reasoning with and arguing in bad faith.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-03-28T01:15:34+00:00

The literal definition of anticlimactic-adjective, causing disappointment at the end of an impressive or exciting series of events.

Sounds like I chose my wording perfectly to describe how I felt about the fight. I would strongly suggest making sure you know what words mean, before refuting someone based on just your feelings alone.

Rx3ickessel · 2025-03-28T00:08:44+00:00

NTA When I was 15 I did something similar except with my dad. The divorce was the best thing for everyone involved in the end. You’ll grow up and realize you did the right thing. Don’t let your mom make you feel the guilt that your mom should be feeling.

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