Bethany's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: August 29, 2015

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About Me

I was diagnosed with bicuspid aortic valve when I was about 7 years old. It really did not effect my life, never held me back. I have always been very active, exercising, working, taking care of my 2 beautiful children. But now at the age of 38, I have started to develope symptoms that are effecting my daily activities. I will be scheduling my surgery this coming week and am very anxious.
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    I am from: Valparaiso, Indiana, United States
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    My surgery date was: November 2, 2015
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Patrick McCarthy
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