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Thank you so much for sharing your story. It is amazing to know that you have gone 13 years without progressing to point of needing surgery You have regurgitation but is there also stenosis?

I am so sorry that you feel so hopeless about the possibility of getting any enjoyment out of life, but understand that more than 60 years of being depressed seems like enough to know. I think it is important to explore all options so when you make a final decision you will have shown yourself...

I go four times a year for cleaning to keep periodontal disease in better control. Dentist had recommended three times a year and I did that for awhile and then volunteered for four. Insurance pays for small part of it and not as free cleaning but rather at 50 after annual deductible as perio...

Thank you very much for your multi-pronged and super thorough response. I really appreciate all the information as well as help with the philosophical challenges. 🙏

Thank you for your warm and encouraging welcome.

62F after first echo showing moderate to severe aortic stenosis, asymptomatic. On watchful waiting for next six months unless symptoms appear, then another echo. Have been really scared of dying, of surgery and if pain and long term complications/recovery and losing control over my life. At this...