Scott Monson - Heart Valve Journal

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I’ve just been diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve with moderate stenosis, and was advised that I’d need to have the valve replaced within one to two ...Read more

I’ve just been diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve with moderate stenosis, and was advised that I’d need to have the valve replaced within one to two years. I’m a little nervous, but using this time to learn all I can about the disease & treatment options. Thanks to Adam and all of you for sharing so much valuable information. It means so much to me!!!

Rose Madura It's normal to be nervous. This site will help you learn everything you may need to know. Educate yo ... Read more

Rose Madura It's normal to be nervous. This site will help you learn everything you may need to know. Educate yourself. Know and understand your options. It's good that you have time to do this. Let us know if we can help with any specific questions. God bless you on your journey.

Ana Brusso As Rose said it’s normal to be nervous. I’m glad you will have time to research and get informed ... Read more

Ana Brusso As Rose said it’s normal to be nervous. I’m glad you will have time to research and get informed and not caught by surprise like some of us. You will be fine and this site does have a lot of information. Also ask questions. And remember we will be here to welcome into recovery. God bless you Scott 🙏❤️

Dan Fouratt Scott, nervous is common, but I would try to put that behind you and start getting ready for surgery. ... Read more

Dan Fouratt Scott, nervous is common, but I would try to put that behind you and start getting ready for surgery. I had a BAV and had it replaced 9 months ago after I failed a stress test and had severe stenosis. I lived with the BAV for over 30 years. For those years and until I was told it needed to be replaced I did not dwell on it. Even after I was told I needed replacing I spent the time exercising and not dwelling. Good Luck on your journey.

Paul Connelly Scott, You're already doing the right thing by thinking ahead and educating yourself about the diseas ... Read more

Paul Connelly Scott, You're already doing the right thing by thinking ahead and educating yourself about the disease and the treatment options available to you. I was in the same spot four years ago. I had an aortic valve replacement and aneurysm repair 3 months ago. Doing well. Feeling really good.