MVP chest pain

[langston1]

Over the last two days I have had what I call heart flutters, assuming from my MVP.  I am also experiencing chest pain over my heart area and tingling numbness down to my fingers in both arms.
Should I be alarmed?

[langston1]

Thanks so much for you comments and the name, etc. of the book on MVPS.  I have had a lot of the various symtoms you listed at different times and there seems to be no pattern to when they occur.  I worry only because these symtoms occur more frequently now than they ever have in the past.  I am assuming it is age related as I am now 53.  I have known about the MVP since I was born and been a sports fanatic without a hiccup.  However, I've never heard of MVPS and will check it out.
Thanks to you and Jerry_NJ for your comments.  I was so thankful I found MedHelp.

Langston1

[Amethyst1974]

Jerry, thanks for your kind words. For me it is a pleasure to paticipate in this forum where I got so much support and understanding from others that can understand me.

Keep up the good work too!

Amethyst

[Jerry_NJ]

Thanks for an on-the-mark analysis and disclosure on MPVS.  Shows how little I really know.  The bad news for me is in a few weeks I'll forget most of the good information you provided.  The good news is we have had the good fortune of your continuing participation on the Heart Rhythm Community.

Jerry

[junie37]

Thanks for your most informative post. I am in my early 70's and diagnosed abt 10 years ago with MVP and regurgitation. tho recent tests say not. I have just posted a question about Angina pain on the boards. Just last night had a bout with what I assume was fibrillation that lasted for a couple of hrs but has let up /setteled down, except am having mild pain in ribs and center of chest. I did not feel that it warrented going to emergency at the time but am wondering if it could be Angina , today , due to continued pain. I also have Fibro and a host of other conditions that could be causing the same thing.
                                                                                       thanks again,
                                                                                                         pjj

[Amethyst1974]

Hi,

I am not a doctor but maybe you have what it's called MVPS (Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome). What does this mean? Primary anatomic mitral valve prolapse is frequently associated with a constellation of symptoms. Individual with one or more of these symptoms are reffered to as having the mitral valve prolapse syndrome. The term MVPS refers to the occurrence of, or coexistence of, symptoms unexplainable on the basis of the valvular abnormality. THUS THE SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH MVPS ARE NOT DUE TO THE VALVE ITSELF. They are believed to be based on various physiological changes. Common symptoms are:
Palpitations
Anxiety
Fatigue
Lightheadedness
Chest pain
Panic Attacks
Shortness of breath
Extra beats
Dizziness
Mood Swings
Headaches
Tachycardia
Passing out

Other symptoms:
Chronically cold hands and feet
Gastrointestinal (stomach) disturbances
Problems with memory or a feeling of fogginess
Inability to concentrate
Problems sleeping
Numbness or tingling of the arms and legs
Arm, back and shoulder discomfort
Difficulty swallowing
Lump in the throat

Most common symptoms for seeking assistance of a physician:
Palpitations, extra beats, irregular heartbeat, pounding heart, racing heart, skipped beats, rapid pulse, heart fluttering
Chest pain, chest tightness
Lightheadedness, dizziness, almost passing out
Fatigue, weakness
Anxiety/panic attacks
Shortness of breath
Headaches

In may of this year I was diagnosed with mild MVP with mild regurgitation. According to my cardiologist I was born with it. I als have MVPS. For the last five years I have suffered from many from the above listed symptoms without knowing what was going on. I thought everything was in my head and I was going crazy till the day I discovered I had MVP and MVPS. There are times that I still have many of this symptoms (like for instance in these last weeks) but I now know what they are and how to manage them. The only med that I am taking right now is Bystolic (nebivolol) 2,5 mg a day. This a beta blocker for my hypertension and my heart. I have experienced PAC's, PVC's, couplets, ventricular and sinus tachycardia.

Jerry is right MVP will not cause the symptoms you described. But MVPS will.

I bought a very good book from amazon.com
Taking Control - Living with the Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome-.
Kristine A. Bludau Scordo Ph.D., R.N., C.N.P., A.C.N.P.

I wish you well and if you have any questions you can PM me.

Amethyst

[Jerry_NJ]

I think it would be a good idea to get checked out.  If your doctor isn't available on a short notice I think a trip to a clinic would be in order.  If the symptoms continue or get worse a trip to ER may be the safest thing to do.

Was your MVP diagnosed by a doctor?  How, echocardiogram?

To my knowledge MVP will not cause the symptoms you describe.

This is what I'd do for myself, that's the best I can offer.