Aortic Stenosis
Original Post: Anything special a polio survivor should know if they have been diagnosed with aortic stenosis? I have syncope (fainting).
Dr. Bruno’s Response: I’m sorry about the stenosis! Due to polio affecting the vagus nerve, fainting isn't always neuro vasovagal. Aortic stenosis can reduce heart output and itself cause fainting and have nothing to do with polio. Talk to your cardiologist about the cause of your fainting.
**Remember: Don’t assume that every symptom or illness is a result of polio.**