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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation

Member Since: March 2, 2022

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Michelle Popham got a guestbook from Deb Yednak

4 years ago (March 3, 2022)

Hi Michelle, My cardiologist had been following the severity of the stenosis on my aortic valve for several years ( also bicuspid) but my symptoms were not as bad as they looked on paper. The health system I have my insurance with has a certain "number" that I had to... Read more.

Michelle Popham

4 years ago (March 3, 2022)

Thanks for sharing your story Deb. I see a lot of similarities in our stories. I have had the bicuspid valve all my life too but didn't know though until recently. But like you a normal life until it seemed to bother me pretty quickly. I am almost 52 now.... Read more.

Deb Yednak

4 years ago (March 3, 2022)

Michelle - I just turned 72 - and probably only had 2 years left if I had not had that valve replaced. Yes, it was uncomfortable for two days, but - small price to pay for the reward! You are still young and Im sure you will do great and... Read more.

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