Breathlessness - mitral valve regurgitation

[Mumthree]

Hello - I had an echocardiogram in February 24 where I was diagnosed with mild to moderate mitral valve regurgitation - no real symptoms . However I now find it impossible to sleep on my left side as I am very breathless . I am very fit , not overweight at all and only 58 . Am I being paranoid ? Should I contact my cardiologist ?

[Traveldreams]

hi, I was diagnosed with mv regurgitation in December 2022 already at the severe stage (I have since had repair) and I had the same issue sleeping on my left side. Feeling that unless I hyperventilated I couldn’t breathe, fluttering of heart and swelling under ribs. Pre-diagnosis I thought it was the menopause or stress but clearly it wasn’t.

Go and have it checked out. They will soon tell you if it’s nothing serious. Take care x

[Caramilk]

Hi. I had the same when I was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy and found it difficult to sleep and walk upstairs. I was 30 when I discovered I had heart failure. I would suggest getting this checked out too. I was prescribed diuretics to help clear the fluid which, in my case, was causing the problem. I hope things get better for you.

[Mumthree in reply to Caramilk]

Many thanks . I have an appointment for an echocardiogram next week x

[SuperFluff]

Just wondering how you are and if they found the reason for your breathlessness. I didn't think this symptom occurred at the mild to moderate stage. Wishing you all the best.

[Mumthree in reply to SuperFluff]

They were very reassuring . LA has increased in size but told no AF so keep going atm. How are you doing

[SuperFluff]

Glad they found out the cause quickly. Good news that the increase in size has not disrupted your electrics and there is no AF. Hopefully they will keep a closer eye on you.This is very much an emotional rollercoaster that we are on! I have had 3 echos so far and each one has brought me news I didn't want! Now I have three valves leaking - first the mitral, then the tricuspid, now the aortic, plus mild pulmonary hypertension. Looking at a multi-valve op in future. You can only worry so much... Therefore currently on Mission Enjoyment/Seize the day - holidays booked for October and December.

Make sure you are treating yourself. Wishing you all the best x

[Mumthree in reply to SuperFluff]

Look after yourself - it’s really hard isn’t it ? One thing progresses to another . Sending best wishes x