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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Pulmonary Regurgitation, Pulmonary Stenosis

Member Since: March 24, 2018

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Leroy Fernandez posted an update
7 years ago (September 6, 2018)
I am loving it. Still going strong after the surgery. No restrictions as of now. I take only Aspirin and hope that is all I will need. Have been doing all my usual sports daily. Mountain Biking, Trail Running (half marathon the other day), Swimming, Surfing, etc. Working normal shifts... Read more.
Love to hear stories of people returning to their active life. Way to go!
Leroy Fernandez posted an update
8 years ago (May 31, 2018)
Its been a month now and I feel great. I have never had this good a BP in 10 year (average 124/78). Have been back to work now for 2 weeks and no issues (firefighter). Really amazed at how each day I seem to get stronger. Having a checkup on... Read more.
It's amazing to me that you are back at work already and as a firefighter no less. Congratulations. Glad you are doing so well.
Leroy Fernandez posted an update
8 years ago (May 14, 2018)
Its been 10 days Post Surgery. I can run. Did a 5k. I swim everyday. Mountain bike, now that my femoral sites are healed. My days are normal. Very active. Very. I have a great attitude but only because I know it helps but I am really satisfied with results.... Read more.
Absolutely wonderful news. I am betting it will continue.
It's like magic! Who would have thought it was possible. Congratulations for such a successful procedure!
Wow! That's incredible. What a great testimonial for the procedure, although I suspect you had a lot to do with those results, as well! Continued success!

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