Question 1

having a slight heart murmur as a child mean i will have heart problems in the future?

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Heart murmur: Minor heart murmurs usually don't develop into problems in the future.  They do bear observation and follow up however to be sure.

Question 2

i have a slight heart murmur..should i be worried? i was told about 3 or so months ago that i have a slight heart murmur. they said it was a level 1? so i don't think it is too serious. but today it feels like my heart is beating really really slow. but i

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A : A heart murmur is nothing more than turbulent blood flow through the heart and can be caused by many different situations ranging from completely benign (vigorous flow through a normally pumping heart, or pregnancy) or more serious conditions such as valve narrowing (stenosis), leaking (regurgitation), or a hole in the heart. Murmurs are typically graded based on the loudness (grade 1-6) and the description can often give clues as to the possible cause. The only way to know for sure if a murmur is benign or more concerning is to have an echocardiogram done which will show any abnormalities that might be present. I would discuss this with your physician and consider this if you are really concerned.

Question 3

is it normal to develop a new?heart murmur as an adult?

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Maybe.: Murmur is sound of blood flowing. Some doctors hear better than others and some report murmurs more frequently.  Changing doctors may change your murmur. Because your blood does not always flow with the same dynamic, you may have a murmur one day and not the next.  The characteristics of the murmur and change over time are key. A new and ugly sounding murmur needs eval.

Question 4

what causes a heart murmur? i was diagnosed with a heart murmur as a child. should i be worried as an adult? what causes heart murmurs and are there any symptoms to look for?

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A : A murmur is simply a sound coming from the heart.. It could mean nothing or be very serious and require treatment and follow -up.

See a cardiologist and get an echocadiogram with doppler of your heart ..This will tell the story. And you will know exactly what  you need to do if anything.

Don't wait !

Question 5

is heart murmur with mild leak dangerous?

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Probably not: It depends on which valve is leaking and how severe the leakage is. But it probably is not dangerous, especially if you feel ok.

Question 6

my dr says i may have a very slight heart murmur. is it still ok to ride roller coasters knowing this?

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Murmur: Heart murmur just means noise. Talk to the doc and what he believes is causing the murmur and what is its significance.

Question 7

my son is 4 years old has no issues was told he has a mild heart murmur but recently he tells me he can feel his heart beat and when i feel it its racing wnat could it be?

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: Discuss an EKG 12 lead screening test with your physician. Most likely there is no cardiac issue, and the exact details of the murmur is important information. A benign flow murmur is a commonly found incidental finding. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and fatigue. A virtual consultation with Healthtap is available.

Question 8

the doctor said i had a heart murmur but it is mild is that okay?

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Usually: A murmur is just an abnormal sound the heart makes, usually from one of the 4 valves.  The vast majority are of no clinical significance.  But the type and quality of murmur help to determine if it's a problem.  Especially if you are not having any symptoms (fatigue, dizziness, etc) a mild murmur is benign.

Question 9

i have a slight heart murmur is it safe to do natural birth with a heart murmur?

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Probably: You need to discuss with your ob.  Often a cardiac ultrasound  or (echocardiogram)  is done and occasionally a consultation with a cardiologist is necessary to differentiate an "innocent" from a pathological murmur.

Question 10

i was told i have a heart murmur etch showed normal heart size no wall abnormalities but mild to moderate aortic regurgitation arota is normal size and function?

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: Aortic regurgitation is often caused by a defect in the aortic valve.
As long as the regurgitation is small, you may not experience any symptoms. But excessive amounts over many years can cause strain on the left ventricle which can cause heart failure.
You should find a good cardiologist who can monitor your condition and offer further advice.
A poorly functionin Valve can be replaced if necessar

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Having a slight heart murmur as a child mean i will have heart problems in the future?

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I have a slight heart murmur..should i be worried? i was told about 3 or so months ago that i have a slight heart murmur. they said it was a level 1? so i don't think it is too serious. but today it feels like my heart is beating really really slow. but i

A member asked:

Is it normal to develop a new?heart murmur as an adult?

A member asked:

What causes a heart murmur? i was diagnosed with a heart murmur as a child. should i be worried as an adult? what causes heart murmurs and are there any symptoms to look for?

A member asked:

Is heart murmur with mild leak dangerous?

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My dr says i may have a very slight heart murmur. is it still ok to ride roller coasters knowing this?

A member asked:

My son is 4 years old has no issues was told he has a mild heart murmur but recently he tells me he can feel his heart beat and when i feel it its racing wnat could it be?

A member asked:

The doctor said i had a heart murmur but it is mild is that okay?

A member asked:

I have a slight heart murmur is it safe to do natural birth with a heart murmur?

A member asked:

I was told i have a heart murmur etch showed normal heart size no wall abnormalities but mild to moderate aortic regurgitation arota is normal size and function?

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