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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: January 19, 2021

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Lena Afanaseva posted an update
3 years ago (February 23, 2023)
Hello everyone, I have a question. After replacing my valve, I really hoped that the phrase “you have a heart murmur” would no longer arise. But with each visit of this or that doctor, they still tell me: you have a heart murmur. My cardiologist said it's normal. I STILL... Read more.
Some amount of heart murmur is ok. The question is how severe it is. If it was just your cardiologist that says it is ok I would get a second opinion. But it seems multiple doctors say it is ok so you are probably ok. Just make sure you go... Read more.
Hi Lena, Maybe a good Echocardiogram could clarify the condition of your valves. It's not pleasant to live with doubts as it may be nothing to worry about but always better to know. I hope you get good news!
Not all heart murmurs are dangerous are cause for concern but I understand you are worrying. I'm sure there are many factors to question here, what kind of valve was replaced, which type of valve you had, how long ago your valve was replaced. I would ask cardiologist what is... Read more.
Dear Lena, I, too, have a murmur after repair and it makes huge psychological pressure on me although I know fully well that echo is most important to tell you what exactly is going on. Murmur itself can in fact be "innocent" and be present when there is no significant... Read more.
Thank you so much, everyone! I am really appreciate your respond!
Lena Afanaseva posted an update
3 years ago (February 2, 2023)
Hi all! After surgery in 2019 to replace the aortic valve, the healing process began. And today my post is not about me. About my family. About those who were shocked by the news, about those who helped me cope with endless anxiety, about those who checked out the best... Read more.
Very well said, Lena! Our family goes through more than we'll ever know. It's easy to become consumed by our own circumstances, but our biggest supporters put on brave faces and keep our spirits high while they're silently going through every step. My goal was to get through surgery and... Read more.
So thoughtfully said. It's remarkable that you put this out there just about at the same time Kevin Excu writes about his care for his dad--thank you!
So true! I’m 9 days post op and my husband has been with me round the clock helping with whatever I need. He looked so tired today I pleaded with him to take a nap. He said he’s fine but ended up snoozing sitting straight up on the couch after... Read more.
Amy, stay strong! Most important you on the recovery site.
Lena Afanaseva posted an update
3 years ago (January 29, 2023)
How did the operation change me? She made me understand that I need to live, not to worry often about the future, not to constantly think about what has already happened, but just start living to the fullest. In the first months after the operation, I often cried, and asked... Read more.
Love this picture!! All I can think of are the Queen lyrics So don't stop me now, don't stop me 'Cause I'm having a good time, having a good time🥰‼️

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