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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: June 4, 2018

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Liz Gephart uploaded a photo
7 years ago (September 21, 2018)
Oops, didn't realize this posted..but this is a shot of my: Dilated ascending thoracic aorta, measuring 43 x 44 mm...aka 4.4cm ascending aortic aneurysm. See thoracic surgeon in a few weeks. Take care all, best wishes to everyone!
7 years ago (September 22, 2018)
Great picture! I had a similar aneurysm...
7 years ago (September 22, 2018)
Thanks Marie! You are inspiring, will most likely have similar surgery as you. Fun, fun, haha. Congrats to you on post op anniversary and beyond.
Liz Gephart uploaded a photo
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
May 4th..On the way home from hosp..so glad this was done!
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
Found out before spine surgery I had a 4.5cm aneurysm ascending aorta..and a leaky valve. So I'm on my next health mission, haha.
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
Here's hoping your aneurysm is done growing, and that you won't need surgery! Welcome to the site. Lots of good info here.
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
Thank you so much Marie!
Liz Gephart uploaded a photo
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
Recovering from myelopathy, 3rd spine surgery from old injuries. Now to focus on heart aneurysm & valve.
👍 Rose Madura and Kelly Stoll reacted to this
8 years ago (June 6, 2018)
Liz - Your strength knows no boundaries! May you be blessed with a lifetime of good health.
8 years ago (June 7, 2018)
Thank you Susan, you too!

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