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Palpitations and mitral valve

Hi there I'm a 39 year old mother of 3. I was told back in 2003 that I have mild mitral valve prolapse. I since then have suffered from anxiety and panick attacks. I get frequent palpitations, which makes me panic and have a bowl movement. I've done numerous EKG, heart ultrasound and holster monitors. They all came back normal. Could my heart have changed since then?The last one was 2 years ago. I am active work out 6 days a week, cardio and weight training. Should I be worried about a heart problem? I don't drink caffeine and we eat healthy. These palpitations are ruining my life.  Am I limited to types of exercise with MVP? Last ultrasound showed no signs of regurgitation?  I'm worried and stressed! I'm a stay at home mom and my children are constantly challenging me to the point where I feel I'm gonna break. Should I get more tests done. These palpitations come with a vengeance! I can't take it anymore.
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Yes also I know my stomach is inflamed! For sure I feel it! I also have celiac disease which I maintain through a strict gluten free diet which again I'm always stressed when my kids eat something with gluten so they don't contaminate anything which in turn would make me very sick!
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Lol thank you, sometimes it helps for someone to say, yes you have a lot going on in your life! Being a mom has to be one of the hardest jobs ever. I guess it boils down to: I do not get a break. I thought the gym would help me de-stress, it did for a while then the anxiety creeped back into my  life.  Thanks for taking the time to comment and give advice. Sometimes reassurance helps! Thank you!
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3 kids and working out 6 days per week,and putting up with anxiety / panic attacks is a lot!  

Just about everyone who would get an echo will show regurge, it's not uncommon.  Not having any regurgitation is the exception.  It's something to watch, but not necessarily something bad.

Some of the things you can take action on are your lifestyle and stress management.  One of the educated guesses as to what causes palpitations is inflammation.  You have quite a few things going on in your life that are going to be releasing inflammation hormones.  Stress (raising 3 kids), working out 6 days per week, panic attacks, anxiety, and we haven't even mentioned all the others like trying to be a mom and a wife, household....parents....  

Depending on how hard you are training, your body needs time to recover.  You aren't 20 anymore.    If it's intense training, you need time off to recover.  There a lot of ways to reduce the stressors in your life.  

I would focus there because it's proven to be beneficial for palpitations and it's something actionable.
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