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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 24, 2025

Member Since: September 24, 2025

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Kathryn Kirsh posted an update

1 year 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.

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Rose Madura

1 year ago (September 24, 2025)

Kathryn, welcome! I also had a bicuspid aortic valve and did not experience any issues when flying.

Grace Mason

1 year ago (September 25, 2025)

Hi Kathryn, I also had no issues flying before my surgery. I had a bicuspid valve and aneurysm. No problems after either.👍

Valerie Allen

1 year ago (September 25, 2025)

I would agree with Rose and Grace.

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