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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 1, 2021

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3 years ago (July 14, 2022)
Enjoying a car ride
Shelly Hubbard uploaded a photo
4 years ago (September 1, 2021)
Just having fun
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Love it!!! One of my granddaughter and I's favorite things to do are instagram filters :) You are adorable!
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.
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.
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.
Trust the experts. They'll keep you updated. Follow their directions and you'll be in good hands.

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