About Me (In My Own Words)
I have a bicuspid aorta valve. I have an aortic root aneurysm which is dilated at 4.9cm.
My surgery is scheduled for June 19, 2025. It's over 3 months away, however I do feel lots of anxiety thinking about it. I can only assume that the anxiety will increase as the date approaches. Sometimes, searching the internet for specific information related to my bicuspid aortic valve, actually increases my stress. I am in the care of Stanford Hospital cardiologists. My surgeon reassures me that all will be fine, which I appreciate. But still????? Any suggestions. A million thanks!! Nasser.
I hope this message finds all doing well in whatever phase you may be in. Bless all of you!!
I am now less than a month away from my OHS. I have started an exercise routine. I would like to be in better cardio shape.
I am having some wild dreams about the surgery. In one dream I was awake during the procedure and asked the doctor to please, please be very careful. The surgeon then took a break and went to talk with my family to give them an update. We all waited in the operating room and the surgeon never returned. One of the assistants then said "these things happen from time to time". Yes, this is called anxiety. I have lots of it. I am trying breathing exercises and meditation.
I guess I just need to breathe it out and trust that all will be fine.
At the end of the day, I actually know things will be fine, I just wish I had more control. However, we actually don't have much control in life. Faith is believing in something without seeing the proof. I will increase my faith in all aspects of this surgery, including post-op. Wishing you all the best!!!
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
San Jose, CA
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My surgery date is:
June 19, 2025
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I was diagnosed with:
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Aortic Aneurysm
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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My surgeon is:
Dr. Michael Fischbein
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My hospital is:
Stanford Hospital
