Cardiologist Questions Cardiac issues

Can I be a pilot if I had endocarditis?

A year and a half ago I was diagnosed with Endocarditis. I had a vegetation building in my tricuspid valve. The doctor did open heart surgery on me and scrapped it out. I didn't have my heart valve replaced he was able to fix it and I was put on cephtriaxon for 6 weeks. I have since fully recovered and haven't had any problems with my heart or excercise. I'm only 26 years old and fully healthy besides having endocarditis. I want to know if this would affect me getting a medical certificate to become a pilot. Thank you.

Male | 26 years old

1 Answer

Yes.