Hi, I have been using this site for almost two years, finding it while attempting to get answers regarding an onset of palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, near syncope, etc. After the usual array of tests I was told I had bileaflet mitral valve prolapse of a moderate degree and 2+ regurgitation. I am no longer fearful of every heartbeat and have learned to cope with the days of relentless skips.
I have found this site to be very helpful, reassuring, and a place I would come to almost everyday just to read the posts and know I was not alone when all this first started. Thank you to the doctors who provide insight with their knowledge, and to the many who post comments, like Hankstar,Arthur,Deb, who truly show they care and have great information to share.
I do have a question concerning the syndrome that can be associated with MVP and causes an increase in heartrate of >30 bpm upon standing known as Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome(POTS).
If diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse, does that explain the symptoms of this syndrome alone, or is it possible there could be another underlying condition that is affecting the autonomic system? Is there a greater incidence of developing a form of cardiomyopathy if a rate increase of 40-50 beats occurs within one minute upon standing on a daily basis for years?
Thanks for any answers, Take Care, NBCT