Symptoms
People with mitral valve prolapse often have no symptoms at all. If symptoms do occur, however, they may include one or more of the following:
- Irregular heart beat
- Fatigue
- Chest pain
- Panic attacks or anxiety
- Rapid heart beat (palpitations)
- Sensation of missed heart beats
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness
- Intestinal problems (such as irritable bowel syndrome )
Diagnosis
Mitral valve prolapse can be heard through a stethoscope. A small blood leakage will sound like a murmur. When the mitral valve balloons backward, it may produce a clicking sound. Both murmurs and clicks are telltale signs of MVP. An echocardiogram can confirm the diagnosis. You may also be asked to wear a Holter monitor for a day or two to continuously record the electrical activity of your heart (EKG).
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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