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Hi everyone. Long time lurker, but now things have gotten real. I have crossed into severe aortic regurgitation and will need a surgery that replaces the aortic valve and likely part of the aorta as well (bentall). Aiming to be butchered in early 2023. As seems quite common, I am having the...

Hi All, Long time lurker, second or third time poster. After 38.5 glorious years, it appears my aortic valve is finally ready to be repaired / replaced. I've done a lot of reading, here and in general, and this feels like one of the best communities for resources and help. The reason for...

My cardiologist put me on the BP meds for the exact reasons yours did. I saught a second opinion who was neutral on taking BP meds. Thankfully they don't bother me too much, so I decided there's no harm in trying It's moderate plus regurgitation (borderline severe from what I understand). They...

Hi. Thanks to everyone for the replies. Yes, the original post was about preserving my original aortic valve, which currently has moderate plus regurgitation and no stenosis that I'm aware of. I think I eat healthy enough, walk the dog, occasionally jog, and generally abide by the live your...

Hi All, I'm relatively new here. I'm 37 years old with moderate + regurgitation. I'm currently on 100mg of Losartan a day, and starting to get nervous that my surgery is getting closer. I'm wondering if anyone knows of ways I can preserve my aortic valve as long as possible. I'm...