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Cause of low EF with no blockages or plaque?

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: 1 day ago | Replies (9)
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My most recent echocardiogram showed low normal EF of 50-55%. It used to be 60-65%.
3 years ago I got a new aortic valve after a gradual decline in valve function with severe aortic stenosis. I was fine afterwards until my recent echo. I asked my cardiologist for the cause of the lower EF. He thought it could be due to the strain on the heart from the aortic stenosis.
It probably would be a good idea to have your valve issues examined.
Do you feel a change in your stamina?

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lizzyhope | @lizzyhope | 1 day ago

@astaingegerdm -thank you, this is helpful. I still (make myself) exercise daily-but stamina has decreased for sure over the last year or more.

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