Deb's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: March 1, 2022

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About Me

Born with a bicuspid aortic valve, I lived a fairly normal life until a few months prior to surgery when I began experiencing intermittent shortness of breath and fatigue upon exertion. By the time it was determined that it was "time" to have the surgery, I could barely walk from the car to the grocery store without becoming extremely short of breath to the point it was frightening. Within 30 days I had Aortic Valve replacement ( open heart) ( I really wanted TAVR but was not a candidate). At 71, It was quite an experience ( I had a few glitches) but I survived and am so glad I had the surgery and am thrilled that I have been given additional years to enjoy life!
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    I am from: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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    My surgery date was: December 7, 2021
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My doctor is: Dr. Dr David West
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    My hospital is: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

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