Valvular Heart Disease
Valvular heart disease occurs when one or more of the heart’s valves are damaged or malfunctioning. These valves control the flow of blood through the heart, and when they don’t work properly, it can lead to various heart problems.
Symptoms
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Swelling
- Chest pain
- Heart palpitations
- Fainting
Causes
- Rheumatic fever
- Degenerative changes
- High blood pressure
- Infections
- Congenital defects
Causes
- Rheumatic fever: A bacterial infection that can damage heart valves.
- Degenerative changes: Age-related wear and tear on the valves.
- High blood pressure: Chronic high blood pressure can put stress on the valves.
- Infections: Endocarditis, a bacterial infection of the heart valves.
- Congenital defects: Valvular abnormalities present at birth.
Treatment
- Medications: To manage symptoms and underlying conditions.
- Valve repair or replacement: Surgery to repair or replace a damaged valve.
- Catheter-based procedures: Less invasive procedures to treat certain valvular conditions.
Enquiry Number
0493731471, 0493733613
Email ID
info@support24x7.com.au
Our Offices
PARALOWIE, SA 5108
