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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

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Frances Halley posted a photo

4 years ago (February 21, 2022)

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Frances Halley

In recognition of National Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day I am sharing the cartoon I drew back in 2016 when I was recovering from AVR surgery. I hope it brings a little smile to everyone's face. Enjoy!

Anonymous

Thank you, very thoughtful of you ❤️

Deena Z

Well done! Love it.

Rose Madura

Very cute. I love it! Thank you for sharing.

Susan Lynn

That's fantastic!!! Love it!!! ❤

Frances Halley posted an update

8 years ago (August 16, 2017)

I am now 20 months post AVR. I have a porcine valve and have begun to notice increased fatigue, shortness of breath and episodes of bigeminy. These are the symptoms I felt before the valve replacement. I had been experiencing significant improvement until these symptoms slowly creeped up. Has anyone... Read more.

Marie Myers

What does your cardiologist say? There could be some other cause of these symptoms, but I would check in with your cardiologist first. Hope all is well with your valve!

Frances Halley

I haven't been able to see him because I have been without health insurance since January. Fortunately my new insurance will start on September 1. I just hope the symptoms don't get worse before then.

Catie B

Frances, I'm so sorry you're suffering and that no insurance has been a hindrance. I hope things will hold steady and that you'll be able to be seen quickly.

Cathleen Weed

Hmmm I'm glad you'll be getting checked out soon. In the meantime, you can check your BP and HR at most pharmacies now. That would be a good start.

Gregg Nissly

Hi Frances, I'm sorry to hear about this news. I haven't heard of this, but please make sure you get to the cardiologist as soon after 9/1 as you can. I'll keep you in my prayers. I think you should also call Dr. Bailey's office and at least talk to... Read more.

Clayton Mcarthur

Are you taking any medications that would make you feel that way

Frances Halley posted an update

10 years ago (April 6, 2016)

I am now 3 months and 2 weeks post AVR and have had a generally uneventful recovery. But lately I find myself having a lot of dizziness. I keep myself well hydrated and drink very little caffeine and no soda. My BP is normal. Has anyone in the valve replacement... Read more.

Damian Kudelka

Hi. I didn't experience dizziness, but post op I experienced. arrhythmias. perhaps its irregular beats? sorry to hear the upset, but stay strong. I'm 1 year post op and doing things I never thought I would.

Rosemarie Carroll

Yes I get dizzy at times & I am at the same stage as you , had my op 23 Dec, I think it might be the medication I am on Beta Blockers, only a low dose

Barbara Adams

I am 3 months post op. and just called my cardiologist to report some dizziness..haven't had any previously but my blood pressure runs low due to low dose of metoprolol. I haven't heard back yet.

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