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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 1, 2021

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Shelly Hubbard uploaded a photo
4 years ago (July 14, 2022)
Enjoying a car ride
Shelly Hubbard uploaded a photo
4 years ago (September 1, 2021)
Just having fun
👍 Rose Madura reacted to this
4 years ago (September 1, 2021)
We are all scared before heart surgery. Keep smiling.
4 years ago (September 1, 2021)
Love it!!! One of my granddaughter and I's favorite things to do are instagram filters :) You are adorable!
4 years ago (September 2, 2021)
Cute picture. Yes, it's a scary journey but very doable. Beat wishes to you. Keep us informed and let us know if you have any questions.
4 years ago (September 2, 2021)
Ditto that! Love it!!!
4 years ago (September 2, 2021)
I have a question. My aorta is in the moderate stage. At what size does the aorta have to get to before they do surgery? I am still asymptomatic.
4 years ago (September 2, 2021)
That would be a good question for your cardiologist. For me, my stenosis was so bad the aortic valve's opening was about the size of an M & M when it should be the size if a half dollar. If yours is moderate, I'm sure they will probably watch it... Read more.
4 years ago (September 3, 2021)
thanks Rose that makes sense
4 years ago (October 16, 2021)
Trust the experts. They'll keep you updated. Follow their directions and you'll be in good hands.

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