I was diagnosed in 2015 with mild to moderate MR, mild TR and an enlarged heart (Left atrium moderately dialated). My Tee scan showed a structurally normal ...Read more
I was diagnosed in 2015 with mild to moderate MR, mild TR and an enlarged heart (Left atrium moderately dialated). My Tee scan showed a structurally normal valve, no stenosis.
11/2016 My echo results show that I have Moderate MR with a normal sized atrium and mildly thickened mitral valve. Trace tricuspid & Pulmonary regurgitation. I am very concerned About my condition. Concerned that waiting to repair the valve(s) could result in unrepairable damage. Im constantly tired, short of breath, daily sharp pains in my head and neck and have regular mild chest pain (Atypical) daily. I havent been scheduled for surgery due to surgery only being considered with severe MR.
Darlene Smith I had moderate to severe MR (depending on different opinions from different cardiologists), and I con ... Read more
Darlene Smith I had moderate to severe MR (depending on different opinions from different cardiologists), and I consulted with a surgeon who specializes in mitral valve repair. He said he would do the operation as I met the guidelines for having a repair despite being asymptomatic. He did the surgery over the summer, and I feel great. You have plenty of symptoms. I'd definitely get a 2nd opinion from a surgeon with mitral valve repair expertise. Yon don't need a cardiologist to refer you.