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What Are The Possible Treatments For Heart Murmur?
Hi, I have just finished a medical checkup and the doctor said that he heard extra sounds in my heart which are not heard from other people. He will be referring me to a specialist for further assessments. I was just wondering if it was a heart murmur and if it was caused by the protein shakes I take and exercising as I am very skinny and would like to build some muscles. The doctor also told me to stop exercising, should I heed his advice?
Tue, 25 Feb 2014
Dear Sir
Thanks for writing to us.
A heart murmur may be totally harmless or benign or it may be a serious issue. I agree with both observations of your physician. You should be seen by a specialist and should not exercise till it is clear that nothing is serious.
The protein supplements do not have a direct effect in producing heart murmurs. However a full evaluation will make the picture more clear.
Sincerely
Sukhvinder
Thanks for writing to us.
A heart murmur may be totally harmless or benign or it may be a serious issue. I agree with both observations of your physician. You should be seen by a specialist and should not exercise till it is clear that nothing is serious.
The protein supplements do not have a direct effect in producing heart murmurs. However a full evaluation will make the picture more clear.
Sincerely
Sukhvinder
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