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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: September 27, 2017

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Judith Monti posted an update
7 years ago (October 30, 2018)
I had my almost 1 year after echo. It came back with the following: left vnatricual diastolic function is abnormal. Moderate (grade II) showing pseudonoralization pattern Elevated left atrial pressure. Left atrum mildly dilated. Thickening of the anterior mitral valve leaflet tip same as December 2017 echo: that said cannot... Read more.
Judith - I'm sorry to hear your results, but wait to see what the cardiologist says on Thursday. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted.
Glad you don't have to wait terribly long to see your dr. My cardiologist went on vacation right after my TEE so I had to wait extra long to find out the results. They were actually online before I saw him. Things always seem to sound worse when you read... Read more.
Sorry to hear that. Hoping your cardiologist will make you feel better by explaining things. Reports are sometimes confusing to interpret.
Judith Monti posted an update
8 years ago (April 23, 2018)
I graduated from cardiac rehab phase 2 last Thursday! Was told they could not challenge me and sent me to Phase 3 where the hospital gives me a free month. Not sure if I will stay with the hospital gym or go back to my regular gym. They offer an... Read more.
Judith Monti posted an update
8 years ago (February 21, 2018)
Last two weeks my heart rate was steadily climbing. Over the weekend my heart rate was in the mid 140's. EP wanted me to trial tickyson as I've been on all other rhythm drugs. I was in afib/flutter as well. So have been in the hospital to figure out the... Read more.

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