Main symptoms include shortness of breath, frequent fatigue, and chest pain.
Treatment varies depending on the location and severity of the disease.
The causes of heart valve disease are diverse, but recently, heart valve disease due to degenerative changes has been increasing. Since it is difficult to recover the heart if the treatment period is missed, it is recommended to seek cardiology treatment if unusual symptoms such as shortness of breath or chest pain occur (Photo = Clip Art Korea).
September 29th ‘World Heart Day’am. When thinking about heart disease, many people think of myocardial infarction and angina. Another heart disease that is rapidly increasing due to the aging population is valve disease.am.
In the heart 4 valves (mitral valve, aortic valve, tricuspid valve, pulmonary valve)This exists. They are structured to open and close between the heart and blood vessels, acting as a kind of automatic door and allowing blood to circulate in the normal direction. However, as it opens and closes over time, Decrease in function due to agingam. What happens like this is heart valve disease.
Heart valve disease causes the valves to narrow, making it difficult for blood to pass through. valve stenosisWhen the valves close, they do not fit together properly, causing blood to return through the gaps. Valvular insufficiencyIt is divided into Among these, the most common valve disease in adults is Mitral valve diseaseclass Aortic valve disease. Mitral stenosis literally refers to a case where the mitral valve is narrowed, and mitral regurgitation insufficiency refers to a case where the mitral valve does not close properly. Likewise, if the aortic valve narrows, it is called aortic stenosis, and if it does not close properly, it is called aortic regurgitation.
Symptoms of heart valve disease can appear in various ways depending on the location and severity of the disease. The most common symptoms are Difficulty breathing, fatigue, palpitations, chest pain, etc. when exercisingam. also The tops of the feet and ankles may be swollen do.
Professor Shim Ji-young of the Department of Cardiology at Severance Cardiovascular Hospital said, “These symptoms are not easy to notice if you do not engage in active physical activity on a regular basis. As the disease progresses, you may have difficulty breathing even if you are still or lying down without moving.“He urged caution.
If you suspect heart valve disease and visit the hospital first, Auscultation of heart murmurimplement. In the case of stenosis, when blood flows between narrowed valves, the blood flow speed increases and a heart murmur appears, and in regurgitation, a sound of rapid regurgitation occurs when the valve closes. However, in some cases, diagnosis is delayed, and diagnosis is confirmed through echocardiography.
Treatment of heart valve disease varies somewhat depending on the severity. But what is clear is If the procedure or surgery period is missed, heart recovery is difficult.am. also Serious complications such as heart failure, arrhythmia, and stroke may occur.can do.
Professor Cho Sang-ho of the Department of Thoracic Surgery at Kangdong Kyung Hee University Hospital said,For mild to moderate cases, medication is prescribed with regular observation, but if symptoms do not improve with medication and severe symptoms are confirmed on echocardiography, more aggressive treatment such as procedures or surgery is performed.“It has to be done,” he said.
Daily care is also important. Professor Jiyoung Shim said, “If the patient has mild symptoms, Aerobic exercise such as walking, brisk walking, or light running“This is good,” he said, adding, “Biking and swimming can increase leg strength, which will be helpful in the future when the disease progresses and you undergo surgery or other procedures.” He continued, “However, if you have a severe stage of valvular disease, you should not engage in excessive exercise, as this can accelerate the progression of heart valvular disease. Thorough management of underlying diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure“We must do it,” he urged.
Heart valve surgery patients must pay more attention to post-care. Professor Cho Sang-ho said, “After surgery, discuss with your doctor various matters related to the surgery, such as precautions in daily life and anticoagulation therapy, and visit the hospital regularly thereafter to evaluate your heart condition.“It must be done,” he emphasized.
TIP. If you have these symptoms, suspect heart valve disease!
※ If more than 2 out of 5 apply, cardiology treatment is recommended.
1. Shortness of breath and difficulty resting
2. Feeling a burning pain in your chest
3. There are cases where you suddenly collapse.
4. You often feel tired
5. The top of the foot and ankle are swollen.
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2023-09-26 02:04:00
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