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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

Member Since: May 11, 2016

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Mike Brill got a guestbook from Michele McMinn
10 years ago (May 13, 2016)
Wow Mike! I just read your story and I am amazed! You are the person I've been praying and waiting to hear from. I have been on the fence about my choice in valves but after much prayer, research and your msg. I think I finally have peace with going... Read more.
10 years ago (May 13, 2016)
Wow. I also just got my mechanical valve and I so appreciate your words Mike. I have been a little down about the valve and lifetime of Coumadin, but I also am glad that future surgeries are unlikely. Thank you again for the inspiring story.
10 years ago (May 16, 2016)
I have felt for some time that I might be in a position to provide encouragement to others with heart valve replacements, so I am hugely encouraged by your post. 37 years ago heart valve replacements were uncommon in the UK and the chances of a successful operation were around... Read more.

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