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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: August 15, 2019

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Laura Julius got a guestbook from Michele Ripley
6 years ago (August 21, 2019)
Laura: Your story is very eye opening regarding what may contribute to a heart issue. Thanks for including all that information. My surgery is scheduled for August 28, so I am still in the waiting period. I also understand the exhaustion you’ve experienced. I have the same diagnosis as you... Read more.
I agree. The weirder thing is I mostly look healthy but get so winded doing simple things. The fatigue can be exhausting emotionally. Thanks for the kind words! I’m hoping to have answers and a course of treatment soon, whether it’s surgery or not.
Laura Julius got a guestbook from Michele Ripley
6 years ago (August 15, 2019)
This note is from Michele Ripley. Laura. I posted for the first time today. We have the same medical diagnosis. My surgery is scheduled for 8/28/19 for open heart surgery. I’ve read through a number of patient postings and other patients are very encouraging with their comments. Best wishes to... Read more.

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