Lori's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 30, 2015

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About Me

I'm a 57 year old OB RN. A little knowledge is dangerous. I need AVR. This is something I've had my whole life, but it just was diagnosed a few years ago. Everyone says not to worry, and I'm trying to be brave, but this scares the hell out of me!
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    I am from: Seven Hills, Ohio, United States
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    My surgery date was: October 5, 2015
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Alan Markowitz

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