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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: April 18, 2019

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Naomi Gray posted a photo
6 years ago (December 19, 2019)
7 months post-op since my double OHS for aortic valve replacement. I'm back in action as a volunteer ski patroller at White Pass Ski Resort in WA in time for the season opening.
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Adam Pick
6 years ago (December 20, 2019)
Love it Naomi!!! I'm going skiing with my family this vacation!!! Can't wait!!!
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Anonymous
6 years ago (December 21, 2019)
Great going Naomi! I don't even ski but glad you're healthy and strong enough to continue your volunteer work. YEAH
Jennifer Winslow
6 years ago (December 23, 2019)
Wow, that's impressive! Well done!
Naomi Gray posted a photo
6 years ago (November 19, 2019)
Hiking in the sun with my husband to celebrate my 6 months post-op anniversary of OHS to replace the aortic valve. We went to Manastash Ridge (18,000 ft vertical to the top), 15 minutes drive from home in Washington.
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Nicole DuPont
6 years ago (November 19, 2019)
It's so great to see how well you're doing!
Mike Roskowinski
6 years ago (November 20, 2019)
That is awesome. Glad you are doing so well!
Tracy Fallu
6 years ago (November 22, 2019)
Great way to celebrate!
Naomi Gray posted an update
6 years ago (November 19, 2019)
It's been a little over 6 months post-op. I'm scheduled for a dental cleaning appointment in two days. My cardiologist told me that I would need to take special antibiotics (4 capsules of Amoxicillin 500 MG) 1 hour prior to any dental procedures including cleaning for the rest of my... Read more.
Susan Lynn
6 years ago (November 19, 2019)
The American Heart Association has changed protocols over the years for the amount, duration, and conditions. I have pre-medicated since I was told I had a mitral valve prolapse to the present time, i.e., nearly four decades. You're right, it really isn't a big deal to do it. Small bit... Read more.
Marie Myers
6 years ago (November 19, 2019)
Yup, that is right. Antibiotic Prophylaxis could prevent endocarditis before dental cleanings and procedures such as root canals. Always best to ask before any procedure or surgery you have done to keep your heart safe.
MaryAnne Jardis
6 years ago (November 22, 2019)
Hello I was also told that I would need antibiotics when having a colonoscopy. When I had a colonoscopy two years ago(I had valve surgery 4 years ago) my cardiologist said I needed to have the antibiotic one hour before surgery(an IV). The gastro doctor said they don't do antibiotics... Read more.

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