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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: October 2, 2024

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Amanda Bitner posted a photo
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
❤️ 👍 😮 Pamela Gregory, Rose Madura and reacted to this
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
What a beautiful picture. Welcome to the group.
2 years ago (October 3, 2024)
Beautiful! Welcome to this wonderful community.
Amanda Bitner posted an update
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Surgery in 8 days. I'm really scared.
❤️ 👍 Adam Pick, Trygve Harris and reacted to this
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Hi Amanda, As the newest members... Welcome to HeartValveSurgery.com! I think many patients in this community can relate to the fear and anxiety leading up to surgery. Many patients, like me, felt the final lead-up to surgery was the worst part of this experience. That said, I'll post some links... Read more.
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
And, here's a new patient video all about the lessons learned from heart surgery. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbnMq-iDdS8
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Adam always has great answers to our questions. It's why he makes the big bucks. The fear before heart surgery is for sure a reality. Anyone not scared is truly a cool customer.
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Hi Amanda. I know it's super scary to think about but this is so normal for these doctors--they do these operations every day. And you will feel way better after. I'm rooting for you
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Hi Amanda, My surgery is on October 5th. It isn't something I have had before. I'm with you in being very scared, but so many on this site have had valve surgery and have positive stories. Wishing you well and that we recover together.
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
I am copying an answer from above. "You just "sleep". And the thing is, you are surrounded by doctors and nurses before, during and after surgery. And you will come out with your heart being in a better state than before. Going into surgery was a relieve for me. The... Read more.
2 years ago (October 2, 2024)
Thank you all, your comments and well wishes are so awesome and appreciated!
2 years ago (October 3, 2024)
Wow Adam! Both of these videos are awesome!❤️

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