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Aortic Stenosis


Aortic stenosis is a condition where the aortic valve in your heart is narrowed. The aortic valve is between the left ventricle and the aorta. The left ventricle is the lower left chamber of your heart. The aorta is a blood vessel that pumps blood to your head and body. The aortic valve opens and closes to direct blood flow through your heart. When the aortic valve is narrowed, blood flow may decrease. Your tissues and organs will not have enough oxygen and nutrients to function properly.



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  • Antibiotics: This medicine will help fight or prevent an infection. You may need it if you had rheumatic fever in the past. You may need to take the medicine every day, or once a month.

Follow up with your healthcare provider or cardiologist as directed:




Contact your healthcare provider or cardiologist if:

  • You are bleeding from your nose or gums.
  • The veins in your neck look swollen or are bulging.
  • You have a fever.
  • You have blood in your urine or bowel movements.
  • You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.

Seek care immediately or call 911 if:

  • You suddenly feel lightheaded and short of breath.
  • You have chest pain that feels like squeezing, pressure, fullness, or pain.
  • You are nauseated and have trouble breathing.
  • You have a severe headache, cold sweats, and feel lightheaded or dizzy.
  • You have weakness or numbness on one side of your arm, leg, or face.
  • You are confused and cannot speak clearly.

