Ankylosing spondylitis, a condition that causes swelling of the joints between the vertebrae and spine, and the spine and the pelvis. Dissecting aortic aneurysm. Aortic stenosis, a narrowing of the aortic valve that is often causes some degree of aortic regurgitation. Like other valve defects, symptoms may not appear for years. When they do appear, they can come on slowly or suddenly.
Symptoms begin because the left ventricle has to work harder.
In time, the ventricle gets larger and fluid backs up. Symptoms may include Shortness of breath. Chest pain that gets worse with exercise and goes away with rest. Swelling in the ankles. Fast or fluttering pulse.