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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 24, 2025

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Kathryn Kirsh posted an update
9 months ago (September 24, 2025)
Hi everyone. I'm new to the site. I was born with a bicuspid aortic valve and currently has moderate stenosis. I move around pretty well and I can exercise. However I have a three-hour flight next month and I'm afraid of how my heart will handle that because the airplanes... Read more.
❤️ Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this
Kathryn, welcome! I also had a bicuspid aortic valve and did not experience any issues when flying.
Hi Kathryn, I also had no issues flying before my surgery. I had a bicuspid valve and aneurysm. No problems after either.👍

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