Fidel MartãÂnez Ruiz
Hi Stephen, can you clarify which kind of sepsis are you talking about, from bacteria perhaps?
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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
Member Since: March 11, 2023
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Stephen Morris posted an update
9 months ago (July 31, 2025)
Just been wondering, alot of stories here are similar and to some degree so is mine. But I was wondering if there is anyone else who had sepsis that caused them to have surgery?
Fidel MartãÂnez Ruiz
I've just read your story. Yes, I've had bacterial endocarditis and as result, my mitral valve became damaged and had to be replaced.
Stephen Morris
Fidel...it was bacteria..but to this day, i don't know how i got it. No surgery, no dental work...was feeling pain in my side at work..had to leave work early, vomited when I got home. I slept a bit and my wife took me to the hospital.
Stephen Morris posted an update
2 years ago (October 4, 2023)
I found this website after my surgery. Unless you have gone through this I don't think you can relate. Nice to hear and see other people who have gone through it. Know you are not alone.
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Thank you for sharing, for the hope and reassurance it gives and for being a first responder.
Thank you...sorry to hear about your son....just know that there are success stories here and I am sure he will be one of them.
Stephen Morris posted an update
2 years ago (September 11, 2023)
Today, September 11, has been 4 years since my life saving surgery. I am very grateful for the 4 extra years, and I look forward to many more.
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Susan Campbell reacted to this
Congratulations and thank you for the good report. It's amazing to feel that we've been given extra years in this journey called life. Godspeed.
Congratulations on your 4th anniversary! Wishing you many more healthy years!!
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