Aortic Stenosis, Joined September 20, 2014
Aortic Stenosis
Joined September 20, 2014
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Hi, All.
I'm following up on my journal from December 2024. I have completed my tests for the Stanford Medical's Aortic Surveillance Program and I passed... Read more
Hi, All.
I'm following up on my journal from December 2024. I have completed my tests for the Stanford Medical's Aortic Surveillance Program and I passed with flying colors!! I'm so happy!
In preparation for the program, Stanford requested my most recent Echo and a CT Scan. On 01/20/2025, I had a CT Scan done of my heart and I sent them the Echo that was completed in August 2024.
Today, 01/28/25, I had a virtual doctor's PA visit from Stanford to discuss the results. Great news! They haven't found any problems! My heart valve is performing very well. My echocardiogram ejection fraction (EF) of 65% is considered to be excellent. I also would be a good candidate for TAVR (valve in valve) when/if the time comes.
Stanford will forward the results to my primary doctor and cardiologist. I honestly feel that I am set for the next 10yrs! I am so lucky and so grateful!
In addition, we discussed baby aspirin. I began taking baby aspirin in 2007 when I was diagnosed with BAV and an aneurysm. I stopped in October of 2024 due to my Hashimoto's diagnosis. The PA agreed that it was time to stop the aspirin as I have had no heart attacks, clogging of the arteries, or stroke.
I have had multiple gut flares for quite some time, which felt like my gut lining was inflammed. I was living on Oatmeal and bananas literally! I have stopped gluten, dairy and aspirin. I feel so much better! Flares are down considerably! I have a follow up with my primary doctor in March 2025. She will want a full blood panel. I'm hoping that my TPO will be normal or at the very least come down. It was at 6,204. (Thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPO Ab) is an antibody that targets the thyroid peroxidase enzyme, which is involved in the production of thyroid hormones.)
If any of you have any questions, please feel free to reach to me! I wish everyone great health, successful heart valve replacements, and an awesome 2025!
Take care of yourselves, you are #1!!!