Paras's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 3, 2025

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About Me

Hi everyone, I'm Paras. I have a bicuspid aortic valve and first learned about my murmur back in 2019 during a routine check by my PA. Since then, I've had yearly echos, and this year things changed quickly — my stenosis went from mild to severe without any clear reason. I'm scheduled for open-heart surgery on October 31 for a mechanical valve replacement. It's been an emotional journey with lots of anxiety and questions, but I'm trying to stay strong and positive. Grateful to be part of this community where everyone truly understands what this feels like. ❤️
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    I am from: Atlanta, GA, United States
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    My surgery date was: October 31, 2025
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Vinod Thourani
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    My hospital is: Marcus Heart Valve Center at Piedmont Heart

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