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22 year old female..had mitral valve repair done been two months since had surgery..feeling shortness of breath sitting down.is this normal?
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SOB: Generally you shouldn't be short of breath but your dr. Knows far about your specific status and you should have this shortness of breath discussion with your dr.
Answered 10/29/2013
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Abnormal: But not uncommon. See your surgeon. May want chest x-ray and echo to be sure of function and fluid status.
Answered 11/1/2013
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