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I've had a pre-existing innocent heart murmur for years, but can this get worse now that i'm pregnant? my doctor said if i feel dizzy, be concerned?

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Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Murmurs: When you are pregnant the amount of blood in your body increases making your heart pump more. That will make your innocent (normal) heart murmur louder. So Yes, it can get louder but not indicating anything wrong or worse.

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Answered 6/23/2014

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A member asked:

I've had a pre-existing innocent heart murmur for years, but can this get worse now that i'm pregnant? my doctor said if i feel dizzy, be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Dr Maes agreed

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