Mitral Stenosis
Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve opening that blocks (obstructs) blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Mitral stenosis usually results from rheumatic fever, but infants can be born with the condition.
Difficulty breathing
Occurs or worsens with exertion
Recurrent
common
Irregular heartbeat
Occurs or worsens with exertion
common
Chest discomfort
Change in body position doesn't change the pain
Center of the chest, Left side
common
Cough with mucus or without mucus
Lasting 4 weeks or more
Recurrent
Dry
common
Fatigue
common
Rapid heart rate
Strained voice
Swallowing difficulties
History of Rheumatic Fever
or Recent upper respiratory tract infection
If you have Valvular Heart Disease, then a visit to a cardiologist is highly recommended.
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Cardiologist