Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms Appear When Valve Narrows or Leaks
This congenital deformity may not cause any problems until adulthood, when the valve may begin to narrow or leak and may need to be repaired or replaced. The symptoms of bicuspid aortic valve disease are similar to other aortic valve disorders:
- Shortness of breath, especially with exertion or when lying down
- Fatigue, particularly with increased activity
- Cough, especially at night or when lying down
- Chest pain (angina) or tightness
- Dizziness
- Heart palpitations — a rapid, fluttering heartbeat
- Swollen feet or ankles
