Dana's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

Member Since: March 16, 2017

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About Me

I was diagnosed at 21 after a murmur was heard. I do not have a family history of heart issues and did not have rheumatic fever as a child. Seven years ago and with my 3rd cardiologist, I found out I have a quad cuspid valve, enlarged heart and an EF of 40. I am having my angiogram on 3/21. No surgery date has been set yet. I have had this condition hanging over my head for 25 years and relieved and afraid to have the surgery.
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    I am from: Clifton Park, NY, United States
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    My surgery date was: April 25, 2017
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My doctor is: Dr. Christopher Terrain
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    My hospital is: St. Peter's Hospital

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