Symptoms of Aortic Stenosis

Aortic stenosis does not always produce symptoms. However, if symptoms do occur, they may include the following:

• Extreme fatigue after exercise or exertion
• Fainting with exercise or exertion
• Chest pain, such as squeezing, pressure, or tightness
• Sensation of rapid or irregular heartbeat (palpitations)
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness
• Neurological symptoms of a stroke or mini-stroke

In rare cases, aortic stenosis can cause sudden death with no previous symptoms.