Can trivial mitral regurgitation worsen?
If the regurgitation gets worse, some blood may start to back up into the lungs. A very small amount of mitral regurgitation is common. But some people have severe mitral valve regurgitation. Mitral valve regurgitation can be acute or chronic.
How is trivial mitral regurgitation treated?
Take these steps:
- Manage blood pressure. Control of high blood pressure is important if you have mitral valve regurgitation.
- Eat a heart-healthy diet.
- Get regular exercise.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Prevent infective endocarditis.
- Avoid or limit alcohol.
- Avoid tobacco.
- Get regular health checkups.
Should I worry about trace mitral regurgitation?
When to see a doctor If you develop symptoms that suggest mitral valve regurgitation or another problem with your heart, see your health care provider right away. If you have a heart murmur, you may be referred to a doctor that specializes in heart diseases (cardiologist).
Can mitral regurgitation go away?
Mitral regurgitation may begin suddenly. This often occurs after a heart attack. When the regurgitation does not go away, it becomes long-term (chronic). Many other diseases or problems can weaken or damage the valve or the heart tissue around the valve.
What does trivial mean in cardiology?
What does trivial regurgitation mean to a doctor? It means nothing . Few may use it as a weapon to advice further visits to their clinic and do serial meaningless follow up scans . The irony is some of these patients enjoy this . . . and it becomes a different matter altogether.
What is trivial regurgitation?
Tricuspid valve regurgitation (often called tricuspid regurgitation) happens when the tricuspid valve of your heart doesn’t seal completely shut, allowing blood to flow backward. Over time, this can change the structure or shape of your heart and lead to permanent heart damage and a variety of other problems.
What is life expectancy after mitral valve repair?
Tricuspid valve: Between the right atrium and the right ventricle
How to evaluate mitral regurgitation?
Diagnosis. Your doctor will ask about your medical history and your family history of heart disease.
What is mitral valve regurgitation and is it dangerous?
Trace,Trivial,or Mild Mitral Valve Regurgitation. Trace mitral valve regurgitation is the mildest type of the disease.
How can mitral valve regurgitation affect you?
Control your blood pressure with sodium restriction and other diet changes,stress management,targeted supplements,and medications,if needed.