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Donna Masters posted an update
2 years ago (October 29, 2023)
Tomorrow (October 30, 2023) I am having heart valve replacement surgery. I am 63 years old and have decided on a mechanical valve. I have a bicuspid valve and TAVR is not recommended. I was told I had a heart murmur in my 20's; however, I wasn't aware I still... Read more.
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Almost to recovery, Donna! Godspeed.
Donna, your story is very similar to mine. I was diagnosed in my 20's with a murmur, then an echo detected the bicuspid valve. There was no stenosis, leakage, etc. at that time. I did nothing about it for many years. Lived my life, had a baby, etc. Now at... Read more.
Dear Donna, sounds like you are ready, good luck and keep us updated! You can do this!!
Prayers for your surgery,blessings and a speedy recovery. God has this. I am 67 had 6 bypass heart surgery last month. You will do great 👍

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