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Aortic Valve Stenosis
When to Call a Doctor
Call your doctor immediately if you have any of the symptoms of Reference aortic valve stenosis Opens New Window, such as:
- Chest pain or pressure.
- Fainting.
- Shortness of breath.
- Palpitations (feeling like your heart is pounding or racing).
Who to see
Your Reference family doctor Opens New Window may diagnose aortic valve stenosis during a routine checkup. Other health professionals who also may discover aortic valve stenosis during a physical exam include:
- Reference Nurse practitioners Opens New Window.
- Reference Internists Opens New Window.
- Reference Physician assistants Opens New Window.
- Reference Cardiologists Opens New Window.
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