I just got a call from my mom saying that my grandma had just gone to the doctor and found out one of her valves are leaking blood? What does that mean? How serious is that? She said her resting heart rate is 105...isn't that really high? I'm scared because I have never heard of this before. Please anyone help
It means that the valve is defective and allowing blood to sneak back into her heart after it has gone through the valve. A proper valve doesn't allow any backflow.
It's not like she's bleeding internally or anything...lot's of people have this kind of valve problem.
Resting heart rate of 105 is quite high but not cause for panic...if that was the reading they got in a doctor's office perhaps your grandmother was a bit worked up.
A leaking valve will compromise the amount of blood pumped into circulation as some blood back flows into the receiving chamber as stated by Lenin.
If it is moderate to severe leakage the heart will beat faster to compensate for less blood getting into system with each heartbeat. A faster heartbeat over a period of time will result in a serious medical problem...needs treatment. Worst case scenario for mitral valve regurgitation.
Many people have mild leakage and no symptoms nor any progression. Seriousness depends on the underlying problem. It is recommended anyone with this disorder take antibiotic medication prior to any dental procedure.
Thank you guys for easing my mind a little bit. I'm not sure how serious it is I will be meeting with her and her doctor tomorrow to find out all the details..I may have more questions after that. Thanks again
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