A 47-year-old member asked:
I have mitro valve prolapse, is vigorous aerobic exercise ok?
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Dr. Jason Adleranswered
Pediatric Critical Care 26 years experience
Exercise: Generally speaking people who are otherwise healthy except for isolated mitral valve prolapse do not have activity restrictions. As always, before embarking upon a program of vigorous exercise, you should obtain clearance from your doctor.
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