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Does mvp go away when anxiety is corrected?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: Mitral valve prolapse is an anatomical problem which is sometimes associated with panic disorder. Treating the anxiety does not make if go away.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/10/2013

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