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MVP Or not??
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MVP Or not??
by Jean27, Jun 01, 2002 12:00AM
Hello I have a question. I have had 3 echos by 3 different cardiologists. I am always aware of my heart beating. They all say that my heart is fine and I have NO mitral valve prolapse but I HAVE trace mitral regurgitation. 1 test found an elongated mitral leaflet but the other 2 did not. They say this is not dangerous and dont need antibiotics before dental work.
I am confused and my question is why and how can I have trace regurg. without any mitral valve prolapse and is this something to worry about and what could be the cause of the regurgitation? Is this a common finding or a normal varient for some people or is it danger down the road? Thanks so much look foward to your response Jean :)
I am confused and my question is why and how can I have trace regurg. without any mitral valve prolapse and is this something to worry about and what could be the cause of the regurgitation? Is this a common finding or a normal varient for some people or is it danger down the road? Thanks so much look foward to your response Jean :)
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-M.D.-RCJ, Jun 01, 2002 12:00AM
Jean27,
Jean27,
Trace mitral regurgitation (MR) is considered "physiologic", or a normal variant. It is extremely common and most often occurs with structurally normal valves.
It is not considered dangerous and requires no therapy. I would heed the advice of your cardiologists regarding dental prohylaxis.
As always, talk to your doctor.
Jean27,
Trace mitral regurgitation (MR) is considered "physiologic", or a normal variant. It is extremely common and most often occurs with structurally normal valves.
It is not considered dangerous and requires no therapy. I would heed the advice of your cardiologists regarding dental prohylaxis.
As always, talk to your doctor.
