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Aeortal Stenosis

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Aeortal Stenosis

by Katia Galanek, Nov 22, 1999 12:00AM

Tags: stenosis, Heart, Heart Disease, aortic, Basketball, cardiologist, daughter, Life, Running, significant, sports, Aortic stenosis, Blood Pressure, 4 year old

My 24 year old daughter has been diagnosed as having Aeortal Stenosis. She is very athletic and played basketball in college. She now decided to train for a marathon. She had an Echogram done and does have a cardiologist but he has only seen her twice since this is a very recent diagnosis. I insisted that she call the doctor first but she is quite a stubborn young lady and I do not know if she will. I need someone's opinion as to the dangers of running a marathon with such a condition. I would really appreciate one.

Thank you. Katia Galanek

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by CCF CARDIO MD JMF, Nov 23, 1999 12:00AM

Katia,

Your daughter should review this with her physician. with an increase in heart raate, the AS may become significant and cause her symptoms and a decrease in blood pressure.

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by Brian RN, Nov 27, 1999 12:00AM

I had Aortic Stenosis repaired when I was young. She can pursue a very normal life yes even a little sports, but AFTER she takes care of this!!!!!Please use your nearest university hospital!!!!

This is not something she should ignore!!!!

by CCF CARDIO MD JMF, Nov 30, 1999 12:00AM

Thank you for your comments. I agree this should be evaluated.

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