Heart Valve Disease
Common ConditionConditions affecting heart valves that disrupt normal blood flow, potentially leading to heart failure if untreated.
Related specialists:Cardiologist
Symptoms
Shortness of breath
Heart murmur
Fatigue
Swollen ankles and feet
Dizziness or fainting
Chest pain
Rapid heartbeat
Reduced exercise tolerance
Weight gain from fluid
Fever if infection present
Causes
1
Rheumatic fever2
Age-related degeneration3
Congenital defects4
Infective endocarditis5
High blood pressure6
Heart attack damage7
Cardiomyopathy8
Connective tissue disorders9
Radiation therapy10
Autoimmune conditionsTreatments
Regular monitoring
Medications for symptoms
Diuretics
Blood thinners
Balloon valvuloplasty
Valve repair surgery
When to See a Doctor
See your doctor for shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling, or dizziness. Seek emergency care for severe breathing difficulty, fainting, or rapid heart rate with chest pain.
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Heart Valve Disease: Your Heart's Vital Gates
The heart's four valves ensure blood flows correctly. Problems include stenosis (narrowing) and regurgitation (leaking). Treatment ranges from monitoring to valve repair or replacement.
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Specialists Who Commonly Treat Heart Valve Disease
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