Heart Valve Problems

What is the expected duration of Heart Valve Problems?

In general, heart valve problems persist throughout life and may gradually worsen with time. Those caused by endocarditis sometimes may produce severe symptoms and rapid deterioration within a few.......

What is the diagnosis of Heart Valve Problems?

If you are having symptoms, your doctor will begin by evaluating your risk of heart valve problems. Your doctor will ask questions about your family history of heart problems; your personal history of....

What is the prognosis of Heart Valve Problems?

Among patients who undergo surgical treatments for heart valve problems, the outlook is good. For example, at least 77% of children older than age 1 with congenital aortic stenosis live for at least 2....

How can one prevent Heart Valve Problems?

There is no way to prevent the majority of congenital heart valve problems. Pregnant women should have regularly scheduled prenatal care and should avoid using alcohol.   You can prevent many acq....

What are Heart Valve Problems?

The heart has four valves – the aortic, mitral, tricuspid and pulmonary valves. Like valves used in house plumbing, the heart valves open to allow fluid (blood) to be pumped forward, and they cl....

Heart Valve Problems: When to seek medical help?

Call your doctor immediately if you begin to experience any symptoms that may be related to a heart problem, especially shortness of breath, chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, or fainting spell....