Mitral Valve Disease
Overview
Mitral valve disease is a failure of the heart's mitral valve to open and close properly, causing a backflow of blood into the heart. Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, lightheadedness, and a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. More severe cases may require medications, such as diuretics and blood thinners, or surgery.
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