Doreen
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                        
                        
                        My brother recently had open heart surgery for a genetic leaking aortic valve.  An echocardiagram diagnosed me as also having a leaking valve.  I have experienced overpowering fatigue, neck and chest pull, heavy limbs, and chest pain.  I am waiting for an appointment with a cardiologist - am I in danger of suffering a heart attack?  I am age 54, my brother was age 60 and sustained extensive damage.