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A 19-year-old male asked:
My doctor suggests i have mitral valve prolapse , however i live in canada and there is a significant wait for the ethno test. i have chest pain multiple times throughout the day. rapid heart beat, shortness of breath. i also have the clicking in my heart
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Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
See below: Symptoms and concerns like these mandate a thorough evaluation by your doctor. Only after such an evaluation, which may include labs and radiographic examinations, can he/she let you know what's going on and how best to help you.
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Dr. Thomas Hestonanswered
Family Medicine 31 years experience
Work with your doc: Symptoms like these are best evaluated in person by your physician. Based on the findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help you.
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Dr. Budi Bahureksa commented
Cardiology 33 years experience
are you being seen by a local cardiologist?
Nov 7, 2012
Last updated May 23, 2016
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