About Me (In My Own Words)
On the morning of July 9 after my morning swim (50 laps), I went to the hospital for my scheduled echocardiogram prescribed by my primary care physician due to a heart murmur. I wasn’t worried because I had previous echos (albeit some years ago) and felt I was in great shape. I exercise 7 days a week, eat well, and was on summer break from teaching so no stress.
Needless to say, it has been a nerve-wracking ride. I was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis and to make matters worse the results of a later TEE confirmed vegetation on the valve.
I am scheduled for surgery on October 1 at Cedars Sinai. I have a great surgeon and am expecting a positive outcome. Thank-you for giving me the opportunity to share my story.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
torrance
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My surgery date is:
October 1, 2018
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Stenosis
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Coronary Artery Disease
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
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