Mitral Regurgitaion Question.?
Question:
My cardiologist says that all of this is normal and i shouldnt worry about it and if in 5 years it doesnt get better i will need my Mitral Valve replaced.
well i am worried about it. the tachycardia bothers me so much and the chest pains are horribly painful.
what can i do, or what is your opinion?
Answers:
Mitral valve regurgitation means that one of the valves in your heart-the mitral valve-is not closing tightly. This lets blood leak backward into your heart. When that happens, your heart may have to work harder than it should.
You may need to take one or more medicines, such as an ACE inhibitor to help your heart work better, or a diuretic to ease the load on your heart.
It is important to watch for symptoms of heart failure; they may mean that your heart is weakening and your valve problem is getting worse. Symptoms of heart failure include shortness of breath, being very tired, and swelling in your feet and ankles. If you have these symptoms, call your doctor.
Small valve leaks are usually not a problem. But if you have heart failure symptoms, or if you have a sudden leak, you may need surgery to repair or replace the valve.
Finding out that something is wrong with your heart is scary. You may feel depressed and worried. This is a common reaction. Sometimes it helps to talk to others who have similar problems. Ask your doctor about support groups in your area.
Hello,Unicorn.I have mvp along w/lupus/valve disease/degenrative disc disease as well as arthritis. I have had mvp all my life there are things that make it worse like stress,weight,etc.I recommend seeing a cardiologist to 1st establish how serious the leak is,should do an echocardiagram,mvp is not that uncommon.Sometimes howecer it comes w/costrochondritis<pain every heartbeat> in your case every 20,however if your doctor says 5 years have it checked every year.Also some forms of mvp can be corrected through your groin,without intrusive open heart surgery,ask questions, research MVP.Pay close attention and also document when you are having an episode,and also what you were doing prior. I say as i did with my own have an echocardiagram as well as a stress test every year.And another good source of information most hospitals have an<ask a nurse line>:of course there is always webmd,however I know your pain and would highly recommend for your peace of mind discussing the matter further.I hope that helps you.Research is your best answer. Unicorn
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