A Floppy Mitral Valve May Not Be Serious

When the valve leaks, though, its time to see a cardiologist.

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Mitral valve prolapse used to be considered a womans problem, but it affects men as well. Most people with mitral valve prolapse have no symptoms and are unaware they have it. Thats okay, because the condition is not serious, unless the valve develops a severe leak. If the valve doesnt leak, or only leaks a little bit, no treatment is needed. You can continue your normal activities, says A. Marc Gillinov, MD, Cleveland Clinics Chairman of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
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