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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

Member Since: February 21, 2021

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Robert (Bob) Collins got a guestbook from Kathleen Young
5 years ago (February 24, 2021)
Hi Robert my name is kathleen my husband is hector he also was diagnosed with aortic regurgitation I hope all goes well for you god bless you
Robert (Bob) Collins got a guestbook from Adam Pick
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Hey Bob!!! Welcome to our community! I just read your story. Has your mechanical valve been ticking away since 1974? If so, that is... AMAZING!!!!
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Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Robert (Bob) Collins
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Yes, Adam. When I asked Dr Kirkland how long it would last, he just laughed and said "It will last at least 50 years".
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
5 years ago (February 21, 2021)
Hi Bob, you are a miracle. Thank you for joining our site. Mechanical valve since1974.......wow, you are an inspiration. Keep on writing and God bless you
Susan Lynn
5 years ago (February 23, 2021)
1974!!! You're a rock star, Bob! Talk about a living, breathing endorsement for mechanical valves! You are it!!! So glad you're doing well and inspiring others! ❤

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