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Can performing the valsalva maneuver while weightlifting exacerbate normal leakage across the valves of the heart if a murmur already exists?
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Even not weightlifti: Performing a Valsalva maneuver (of which there are 4 phases) can exacerbate the regurgitation of blood in a number of valve pathologies. If a murmur already exists, the augmentation of blood flow across the valve (or diminution of it) can increase (decrease) the intensity of the murmur. It depends on the valve (mitral? aortic?) & phase of Valsalva. Do you have a concern? Discuss on HealthTap Prime
Answered 5/15/2017
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Yes it could: It is a long explanation but you should continue to breath during lifting and avoid grunting and holding breath
Answered 6/10/2017
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