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I had open heart surgery. can i still have children later?

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In general, yes: Having your heart operated on, by itself, does not affect the ability to have children. Specific medications, like coumadin, (warfarin) or your particular heart condition, may affect this however. It is best to talk to your physician for specifics.

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/28/2014

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