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I was diagnosed with a heart murmur.i sometimes get shortness of breath,but is there anything i should do, be aware of, or can do to help it?thankyou!

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Heart murmur: There are many kinds of heart murmurs. Most are harmless, but some indicate significant problems. It isn't possible to answer your question without detailed information. Check with your docotr; she can advise you or, if necessary, refer you to a cardiologist.

Answered 5/7/2017

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