General Discussion

I used to take my mom to all of her doctor's visits.

During a visit when she was around 80 years old, we were told that she had aortic stenosis that was pretty severe, and her options at that time were very limited. The cardiologist balked at surgery, which he said in her case, there was about a 20% chance of failure.

I remember walking my mom back to my vehicle, and then going back in to speak to the cardiologist one-on-one. He told me that she likely had less than a year to live. I broke down in the office and had to compose myself before going back to the car to bring my mom home.

As it happened, she lasted about another 14 years, and died at age of 94 due to something unrelated to her heart.

This was years ago, and I'm sure that there have been improvements in treatment, including the Inclisiran, which appears to have been placed on the market in 2021.

Try to keep positive thoughts, and push the dark thoughts away. You're a smart guy, and you will naturally pursue the options that are right for you in your case.

Tell yourself that you will likely be around for awhile...I'm sure that you will be.