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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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Vince Turner posted an update
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
Of course my last day of work before my surgery started off with a bang! This morning I walked into the garage to put some stuff in the car and realized that we had left the garage door open all night. This was after I tripped over the stuff that's... Read more.
👍 Kelly Stoll, Susan Lynn and reacted to this
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
The day can only get better! Stay positive, Vince! Sh*t happens.
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
Wow! That is NOT the way to start the day! May it be less sh***y from here on out! LOL
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
Haha. Thanks! All I can do is laugh about it.
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
Getting the crap out of the way. Tomorrow you start a new day with a new beginning. God Bless and our prayers are with you.
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
What a way to start the day! One good thing...at least you had shoes on ha. Hope the rest of your day goes smoother.
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
ha, ha what would life be without a sense of humor!
8 years ago (June 13, 2018)
Oh my! What a way to start the day. Wishing you a great outcome on your surgery and an uneventful recovery.
Vince Turner posted an update
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Well. Here we are. Surgery week. It's Monday and surgery is Friday. I'm ok. A little anxiety is expected from anyone that's going to have their chest cracked open, heart stopped, valve cut out and replaced, aortic aneurysm removed and replaced with artificial aorta, and get all sewn back up.... Read more.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Hey Vince-good luck man I'm right behind you with very similar diagnosis..I go in the 21st. Did you say you're only 29??
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Good luck to you!! No they found it when I was 29. I'm 43 now. I wish I was 29!! Ha.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Thanks man! I'm close...41. All will be well once it's over with waiting is terrible for the mind 😂.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Thinking of both of you. Will be looking forward for updates!
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Its a ride many of us have taken, and I now say the same thing that many awesome people on here said to me: "no question, the very worst part is the waiting!".
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Vince you have a great attitude. Best wishes for a successful surgery and uneventful recovery.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
You will be amazed how well you will do..All the best for a smooth surgery and speedy recovery!
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Good luck, Vince. Go with confidence and a positive attitude and you'll be fine. You'll be in good hands.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Best of luck, Vince! You're going to be just fine! We'll be here awaiting your good news!
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Best wishes for a speedy recovery. You'll feel some much better after healing and being able to be active and not worry. Thinking of you.
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Good luck!!
8 years ago (June 11, 2018)
Thank you everyone for such positive responses! I really appreciate it.
8 years ago (June 12, 2018)
Welcome Vince! All the best for a successful surgery and uneventful recovery!

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