HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Mitral Valve Prolapse

Hi I am 41 now. When I was 18, I was diagnosed as having MVP. I like to exercise regularly. Recently I do push ups for about 10 mins every other day. I started to get stronger palpitations and a skipping of heart beat feeling. Should I stop doing push ups? Daniel
Tue, 31 Mar 2015
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hi welcome to HCM.
I understand your query and concern.
Mitral valve prolapse MVP can cause distressing symptoms like palpitations ,shortness of breath and chest pain in few individuals.The severity can be assessed by a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiogram.Other tests like lipid profile and chest xray can also be helpful.Definitive management for MVP will be helpful.This includes mitral valve replacement or mitral valvuloplasty.This procedure can control all symptoms.Fluid retention can be controlled by drugs like diuretics .Salt restriction will help.Consult an expert Cardiothoracic surgeon will help.Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Mitral Valve Prolapse

Hi welcome to HCM. I understand your query and concern. Mitral valve prolapse MVP can cause distressing symptoms like palpitations ,shortness of breath and chest pain in few individuals.The severity can be assessed by a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiogram.Other tests like lipid profile and chest xray can also be helpful.Definitive management for MVP will be helpful.This includes mitral valve replacement or mitral valvuloplasty.This procedure can control all symptoms.Fluid retention can be controlled by drugs like diuretics .Salt restriction will help.Consult an expert Cardiothoracic surgeon will help.Post your further queries if any. Thank you.