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Aortic Stenosis & Valve Replacement

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Sep 6, 2023 | Replies (142)

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I had TAVR done 4 1/2 years ago at age 89, now almost 94, also needed a pacemaker and on Eloquis. Aside from peripheral vascular disease, I am doing well and active. Because of balance problems I use a treadmill instead of walking outside. On doctor’s instructions, I have had all Covid shots without any problems except last year when I had the flu shot the same day. That wiped me out the next day. My latest yearly scan and checkup last month found the valve was working just fine.

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EJ, I’ve got a balance issue, too, having developed a vestibular Schwannoma years after radiation to the same area— The very same radiation treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma that caused the radiation heart disease and necessitated the valve replacement. Great that you are doing the treadmill workouts at 94! Encouraging to hear from you.