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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: July 25, 2014

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Kathleen Savoy posted an update
10 years ago (May 9, 2016)
2 months ago today I had AVR. I am feeling great. No shortness of breath or chest pain. I am able to do most activities that I enjoy. I am still healing so I do have aches and pains here and there but otherwise I feel great. God is good... Read more.
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Kathleen Savoy posted an update
10 years ago (February 25, 2016)
last Echo was worse than the others. I have been having increased shortness of breath and angina. I had a TEE done and ct scans of my vessels. Then I met with the valve team at Rex hospital. The surgeon has scheduled surgery for the 9th. I will have another... Read more.
Kathleen, I have degenerative disc disease and I am hoping to talk with my anesthesiologist about that, since it's my neck and back. I'm hoping they will see the need for ways not to hyper extend my neck and maybe know of ways to keep me more comfortable. But, that... Read more.
Thanks Barbara. I did discuss it with the surgeon but speaking with the anesthesiologist is a great idea. I meet with him or her on the 4th. I pray that you do well with your surgery.
All the best to you Kathleen... Successful surgery and a quick recovery!
Hi Kathy, I am Paula Narron's friend and I have been praying for you. I have tried posting several times in your guestbook and it wasn't successful! I am 8 weeks out and beginning to feel a little more normal! I have added physical therapy to cardiac rehab and it... Read more.
Hi Barbara. I keep trying to answer your post but wind up loosing it. Hope this works. Thank you so much for your prayers they mean so much. I did have a feeling of complete peace when going into surgery and during my journey afterward. I am 35 days out... Read more.
Kathleen Savoy posted an update
11 years ago (November 21, 2014)
I saw Dr. Landvater yesterday. He said that he wants to wait awhile before replacing the valve. The gradient pressure between the L ventricle and the Aorta is not high enough for him to do the surgery yet. He told me that as soon as he replaces the valve the... Read more.
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This is good news, so you can have a peaceful holiday period, knowing you can wait and not worry. At the right time, you have someone you trust, but for now you're good. Best wishes. Eleanor

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