Can mitral valve prolapse cause shortness of breath?!
Question:
Can mitral valve prolapse cause shortness of breath?
If so, would a beta blocker help?
Additional Details2 weeks ago
I have asked my Dr. It's what she prescribed. i just wanted opinions before I start it.
Answers:
Yes, Mitral Valve Prolapse can cause shortness of breath. Beta blockers can cause increased shortness of breath. I had mitral valve prolapse and mitral regurgitation. I was very short of breath before my surgery. Three years ago I had my mitral valve replaced with a mechanical valve. Beta blockers can help but they can also hurt when it comes to shortness of breath. Beta blockers can cause Increased shortness of breath; wheezing; difficulty breathing.
Beta-blockers for mitral valve prolapse are normally taken once or twice each day to decrease the frequency of irregular heartbeats, chest pain, or anxiety related to the abnormal beats. Beta-blockers are also used to treat high blood pressure.
How It Works
Beta-blockers interrupt the normal chemical signals transmitted by nerves that stimulate, and sometimes overstimulate, the pacing of the heart. They slow down the heartbeat and reduce blood pressure.
Why It Is Used
Beta-blockers are used to relieve symptoms of palpitations, chest pain, or anxiety that are not relieved by changes in diet, lifestyle, and exercise. Beta-blockers do not improve the functioning of the mitral valve.
How Well It Works
Beta-blockers prevent or inhibit several specific types of irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias).
Beta-blockers relieve chest discomfort, especially in people who have rapid resting heart rates.
Side Effects
Because they lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate, beta-blockers may cause lightheadedness, decreased energy, fatigue, and depression. People with diabetes may have an increase in their blood glucose while taking beta-blockers.
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