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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: November 1, 2019

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Arlene VanNorstrand posted an update
5 months ago (January 8, 2026)
Hello again I haven't posted in several years. I am approaching my 7 year anniversary of AVR on January 17, 2020. When I went for my yearly stress echocardiogram in 2023 I was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. I was surprised as I didn't have any symptoms. Over the next two... Read more.
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Arlene VanNorstrand posted an update
5 years ago (July 17, 2020)
Wow I am so thankful to be doing so well. I am feeling so good. I still have to be careful how much I pick up at times but it just is uncomfortable not really painful. Oh and to be able to sleep again at night and not need naps.... Read more.
Arlene - Happy 6-month Anniversary! Sounds like you're doing quite well. You're absolutely right about the stress in the waiting room. But, your testimonial serves to reassure those who are facing procedures that OHS and recovery are soon behind us and there's so much living ahead! Wishing you all the... Read more.
Arlene VanNorstrand posted a photo
5 years ago (July 17, 2020)
This is my repurposed greenhouse built out of old windows and an old fence we took down. I am able to do all my gardening so grateful
Gorgeous!!! You certainly have a green thumb! ❤
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Congratulations on your six month anniversary. Beautiful flowers. My roses don't look too good anymore. Keep it up
Arlene, that looks beautiful. Everything my wife plants, the deer eat them. She tried soap shavings, but still. We love the deer anyway.

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