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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: July 20, 2021

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Sara Latina got a guestbook from Deena Z
3 years ago (May 9, 2023)
Hi Sara, thinking and feeling for you. We have followed your journey and despite a great surgeon and hospital, being pretty young and in great shape, you have had a series of challenges. You must be a bit emotionally worn out, but alas at least now you have a diagnosis.... Read more.
😂 Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this
Though a different age and experience, I can relate to you in that all the sudden it is becoming real. I too am feeling anxious. My best wishes to you, I will follow your journey. 🙏
Thanks Deena. I am not sure what exactly I feel. Trying to stay strong and positive but there’s so many unknowns and questions that will probably never be answered. Some days are harder than others
Valerie - I just read your story and am sorry that TAVR isn’t an option. What ever procedure you end up with just do as much homework as you can and talk to everyone in this site. I can’t believe how less anxious I was going into surgery thanks to... Read more.
Sara Latina got a guestbook from Ruth joy
3 years ago (May 9, 2023)
Hi Sara , I am really glad that you got a diagnosis and an explanation for your symptoms . You must be feeling relieved . I hope the cardiogist will be able to help you .
Sara Latina got a guestbook from Greg Lewis
3 years ago (November 10, 2022)
Hi Sara! Congrats on your first year! Now, i dont know if this helps but...i have had a lot of pain also, after having to rebuild from major atrophy. My abdominals and Chest have been a constant pain source. But i had lost so much weight in the hospital and... Read more.
In addition, i was just thinking, that i also have had some help with the chest pains when my massage therapist worked on my chest muscles. Lightly. Very lightly. 😬

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