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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: January 28, 2016

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David Kozodoy got a guestbook from Adam Pick
10 years ago (January 28, 2016)
Hey David, Welcome aboard!!!
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10 years ago (January 28, 2016)
Thanks Adam. As far as I know I am still a few years out from Aortic valve/root replacement. That said, I would like to remain as active as possible to be in my best physical shape when the time comes. Any information out there about sports (racquetball) and my limitations?... Read more.
10 years ago (January 29, 2016)
Hi David, That is great, I think the better your health is going in will be a better outcome. I just had my Aortic Valve and root replaced feeling a little rough up until about 5 weeks...I am 9 weeks post op and feeling great...I had about a 4 1/2... Read more.
10 years ago (January 29, 2016)
Thanks Jean. I'm glad to hear you're doing so well.
10 years ago (January 29, 2016)
I can't speak to racquetball but I can say that prior to surgery I stepped up my game to remain more active. I was encouraged to walk daily and eat healthy to be as healthy as possible before surgery. I think it helped! So I'd encourage doing as much as... Read more.

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