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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: December 28, 2023

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Max Jam got a guestbook from Richard Munson
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
I saw your post on losartan as i also have a 4.1 cm aneurism and i am currently on amlodipine for the same reason which if i read correctly ,not being a pharmacist is taken to lower blood pressure and take strain off the arteries. It has worked for me... Read more.
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Max Jam
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
Hi Richard, thats great that it has not grown and at 4.1cm. Reason for losartan is because of the studies on marfan aneurisms.
Richard Munson
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
That is a question i am always asked due to being 6-5. Marfan is inherited but more apt to affect tall thin folks. I do not have it but still keeping blood pressure down is never a bad thing.
Max Jam
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
You can always get a genetic test. But given that your aneurysm is stable just continue to control your bp. Bicuspid is a disease of the aorta not just the valve itself.
Richard Munson
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
No genetic tests for me. I already know i'm genetic superior. Ha.
Max Jam
2 years ago (January 31, 2024)
Haha nice!
Max Jam got a guestbook from Marie Myers
2 years ago (January 10, 2024)
Cant remember if anyone has mentioned Bicuspid valve repair to you. If your primary problem is regurgitation, and you don't have a lot of calcium buildup, repair might be a good option for you to look into. Not every surgeon does aortic repairs, but I would research that in your... Read more.
Max Jam
2 years ago (January 10, 2024)
Yes, ive been reading a lot on it. anxiety is whats hurting me the most :( Thank you so much Marie 🙏❤️🙏
Marie Myers
2 years ago (January 10, 2024)
I felt the same way, but i am sorry you have to deal with this at such a young age…
Max Jam
2 years ago (January 10, 2024)
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Max Jam got a guestbook from Ruth joy
2 years ago (December 29, 2023)
Hi Max , Welcome 😊
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Max Jam
2 years ago (December 29, 2023)
Thank you 🙏

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