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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: June 12, 2026

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Cydney Redmon got a guestbook from Fidel Martínez Ruiz
1 month ago (September 2, 2026)
I think that as being in a good physical shape coming to the surgery, better for you. Then, you have to do exercise, at less walking in flat surface (1 hour every day??) and keeping,that's true, your BPM heart rate under control, which is relatively easy walking. You can begin... Read more.
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1 month ago (September 3, 2026)
Sound advice from our Fidel! 👍
1 month ago (September 3, 2026)
As you are in good shape (6 times a week!) it will help recovery after surgery. I was a little (3 decades) older then you when I had my OHS. I had 3 months from knowing about my surgery until I had it. I had stenosis and was going to... Read more.
1 month ago (September 4, 2026)
Thank you all for the advice. It’s been really helpful. I don’t plan on stopping working out. I guess I just get nervous on what is too much. I can’t really get a clear answer from my doctors. I’m just going to keep doing what I’m doing and be cautious... Read more.
Cydney Redmon got a guestbook from Julian Steinberg
3 months ago (June 22, 2026)
Sydney, Responding to your question below I couldn't figure out how to respond directly to the post. My cardiologist determined I needed the procedure in February and I met with Dr El Hamamsy in early mid Feb. My Bicuspid valve was discovered when I was a kid because I had... Read more.
3 months ago (June 30, 2026)
Thank you for your info!! I am working on scheduling my consult now. I am nervous but also eager to get the ball rolling. I hope you continue to heal smoothly. <3
Cydney Redmon got a guestbook from Joann
3 months ago (June 20, 2026)
Hi Cydney, glad u found this group. I had an aortic valve replacement w/Edwards biologic valve & a aortic root replaced due to the aortic aneurysm at Northwestern hospital in Chicago. Also my surgeon Dr Malareise did a microsurgery incision so i do not have the full zipper scar which... Read more.
❤️ Cydney Redmon reacted to this
3 months ago (June 20, 2026)
Thank you so much for sharing! I am so grateful for this community and the options that we have out there. ❤️

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