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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: June 24, 2020

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Katheryn Applegate added photos to a journal post
3 years ago (September 23, 2022)
TWO YEARS!! Two years out from my surgical aortic valve replacement I am happy to report I am going strong. Back to being very active...hiking, swimming, biking, skiing. I've had two more years for all of that, two more years to enjoy my husband, children and grandchildren, two more years... Read more.
Congratulation Katheryn for your new active valve. How old was your age when the valve has been replaced? What kind of valve you chosen? mechanical or tissue valves?
Beautiful view! Congratulations on your successful heart journey!
Congratulations Katheryne, you said it well. Two years and many more. God bless you
Wow! It has been a while since I've been here! Still going strong, now 3 years out! For Mohammed, I was 66 years old when my aortic valve was replaced. I had a bovine tissue valve replacement. 80 mg aspirin is my only heart related "med". Very grateful for the... Read more.
Katheryn Applegate uploaded a photo
4 years ago (October 23, 2021)
I year out and enjoying life! Hiked 4 miles uphill to see this waterfall in the Smoky Mts. Then 4 miles downhill! 7 hour day of beautiful sights and a workout! Life is good. So thankful!
Beautiful picture. And congratulations on such a long hike! We love the Smokies but have quit hiking there. Last September, our nephew was attacked and killed by a black bear. Only the second time this has happened in the National park. He was hiking on the Appalachian Trail in the... Read more.
Great photo, love the tee shirt too! I am woman, hear me roar!!
A great recovery, Katheryn! Glad you’re doing so well a year after surgery. Wishing you continued good health and many more adventures!
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4 years ago (May 24, 2021)
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