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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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Tim Chapman posted an update
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
I have some horrible news. Our daughter who had Stage 3 Complete heart block died suddenly of Cardiac Arrest on July 17. I tell you this because since I have a BAV with a rising Aortic Aneurysm. I know this will not cause pain in itself, but the night she... Read more.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
Oh no! That is so horrible. I am so sorry this happened. I can only imagine how you must feel. My aneurysm is at 4.7 and has been for 3 years. I don't think stress can cause it to grow any faster than it would normally but I'm not a... Read more.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
I am so, so sorry. There are no words. Prayers upon prayers for you and your family.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
Tim -I am so deeply saddened to read of your daughter's passing. There are no words that are sufficient to express my sympathy. You and your family are in my prayers. Please keep us posted on your appointment.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your young daughter, Tim. How you respond to stress has more impact on your system than the stressor itself. If you have any activities that you know help manage stress, now's the time to rely on those. Listening to relaxation... Read more.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
Tim - My heart, my thoughts and my prayers are going out to you, your family and your daughter's spirit. On behalf of our community, we are all so very saddened by your loss.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
Very sad to lose her at that age. Sorry for your loss. It sounds like all was done that could have been since she had the pacemaker and cardiologist care.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
I'm so sorry for your loss.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
What an awful tragedy! I'm so, so sorry. Prayers here.
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
Tim, my deepest sympathies. I cannot fathom such a loss. Your heart valve surgery friends are here for you. I'm so sorry...
6 years ago (August 27, 2019)
I'm so very sorry for this tragic loss. You will be in my prayers.
6 years ago (August 28, 2019)
So sorry for your loss Tim
6 years ago (August 28, 2019)
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
6 years ago (August 28, 2019)
Tim my family will pray for yours during this time of need. So sorry to hear about your loss. That has to be so hard on you.
6 years ago (August 28, 2019)
Tim, I'm so sorry for your loss! losing a child is devastating! she'll always be with you. Hold her in your heart and know she will be with you through your time of need. She will want you to do great! hang in there and take care of you. One... Read more.
6 years ago (August 29, 2019)
So sorry for your loss, Tim!
Tim Chapman posted an update
7 years ago (December 20, 2018)
My wife and I went to my surgeon in Winchester back in November. He looked over the MRI and saw no real change. He prefers CT scans he like the modality to stay the same. We talked about why I went down to Duke for a second opinion. I told... Read more.
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Tim Chapman posted an update
7 years ago (October 9, 2018)
Hello everyone, a friend of mine needs a recommendation for a cardiologist at UVA. Thanks

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