Thanks for that clear explanation. A few years ago an echocardiogram showed that my mild to moderate mitral valve regurgitation had progressed to severe. After expert evaluation, A MitraClip was recommended and placed via the femoral vein in the groin. It was so easy from the patient’s point of view, with only one night in the hospital and no incisions. Three and a half years later it is working perfectly and I am very grateful.
@@sushilaananda3365 Thank you. The reason I ask is that I do have issues with my mitral valve, although they have been very stable and even improved with a change of lifestyle. I also have afib, but blood thinners give me unbearable nausea. I wondered if they were required because a clip is not tissue and might cause clots. I can take aspirin when I'm not on blood thinners. Anyway, hopefully it won't get to that stage, but it's good to knw what might be required. Thank you so much for your response.
@@xymonau2468 Most people who have Afib take an anticoagulant due to the higher risk of stroke with Afib. If you have tried the newer anticoagulants like Eliquis etc., and do not tolerate them, you might be eligible for a Watchman. I will be evaluated for a Watchman in the next couple of months. This is a device that is placed over the left atrial appendage, one of the main sources of clots.
@@sushilaananda3365 I was hopeful about that device, but many people in the US are suing the company who makes it, so do your homework and find out why. Also, I'm unsure if they give them to people with valve issues. I did read up a lot about it at one time. I'll take my chances, and continue to work on my lifestyle issues. That has helped a lot. I can tolerate one or two doses of Eliquis if I have to, so I can have an electric cardioversion, but they make me want to vomit all day. They also affect my emotions so that I can't cope with stress as well.
I have just watched your video and amazed at how poorly my leaky valve has been dealt with. My leak was discover 10years ago, I have had 4 echocardiogram done in that time, but have never seen a cardiologist. Recently after a bad viral infection I have become symptomatic: attend local hospital to be told I had heart failure and started me on Ramipril and discharged same day. I was told my wait time for a cardiologist appointment was 50 weeks as I am classed as routine. So I have booked to see a private consultant to discuss things further I hope she is as helpful as your video are. Thank you
Father God, we pray for this person, Lord God that you would lead them in the direction of where they are to go Amen. Heavenly father I pray long life, long health upon this person in Jesus name, I pray for your guidance and protection upon this person, that Lord, you will open up every door of opportunity for them in Jesus, mighty name Amen Heavenly Father please restore all the years they didn’t feel well in Jesus might name Amen 🙏❤️🌷☀️💕
Hi, Not sure if you'll pick this up, but I wanted to ask how things have progressed. I hope you've seen a cardiologist by now and are getting treatment for the leaky valve. 50 weeks is an insane amount of time to wait for a cardiologist appt.
When I was a kid he said he could hear the swishing. I'm 73 and still alive and never had any problems as far as I no. Never could ran no more than a mile. But I haven't been to a doctor in 60 years so I have no idea how my heart is.
Was a delight listening all your explanations of a leaky value I am a patient who have three value prolapse ...also you have a beautiful smile thank you keep it up ..smile 😃
I've had swishing since I was a kid to I'm 48. I workout like I'm 19. The doctors found my murmur accidentally & can barely hear it.. They monitor it but i have no symptoms except occasional palpitations that ladt a few seconds. Sometimes I think doctors just want to keep milking us. Dr. Gupta is a great help 👍
My son had the transposition of the arteries when he was 2 weeks old .he had stents to the lungs 3 years ago..wow we have had a rocky 20 years I want to say ..but his doctors here in south africa are amazing..now last year we came to know he has a leaking valve..he is 20 now ..a walking miracle..for us all..it's doctors like you ..who give us strength and courage to know our kids are safe and in good hands ..thanks for the video..it helps us understand better ..blessings from South Africa. Durban.
I came across a video by Austin Goh on youtube - 7 exercises to help with leaky heart valve - or similar title. He also has exercises that may help with heart inflammation. He is Chinese - very helpful and positive nature. Love watching his videos. Also look into Ayurvedic medicine and herbs that may help with heart inflammation. Also I take Turmeric and Ceyenne Pepper. Try taking taurine 500mgs, magnesium citrate 100mgs, and potassium citrate 99 or 100mgs 3 times a day and one dose before bed. Also try 100mgs of co enzyme Q10 or CQ10 plain 1-2 times a day. Also look into Acupressure. There are points you can stimulate or put magnets on that may help. On youtube there are many acupressure videos. But before you try any exercise please look into it first
I think your gastric reflux and heart palpitation link is probably going to save a lot of peoples lives. I know that you talked about it six years ago, but I’m just hearing it for the first time. Can you make an updated video in case you’ve learned anything new. Thank you so much for the bottom of my heart.
I have stage 3a kidney disease diagnosed two years ago. In that time my doctor has explained very little, but in watching several of your videos l have noticed so many things coming together and answered a myriad of questions for me. I’m in Australia and have struggled to find a GP that will tell me more and not just offer one pill on top of another. Now our bulk bill system is fazing out and although l have reached the stage of many unexplained pains within my body, particularly my legs l now find l cannot afford to visit my GP as often as l need to. Thank you for giving your time to explain so many things to the general public. I wish there were many more Doctors like yourself in this world, dedication is a dying breed, you are one in a million…well maybe one in 500. My thanks for making me understand a little more about my condition. My best from Brisbane.
I am so glad to have found you, and have learned so much from your videos. I have a pace maker, and have had some problems with irregular beats, but am doing pretty well now, after taking it upon myself to take electrolytes. I have definitely had breathlessness, and weakness as I try to exercise, and tiredness. I felt pounding in my head, my feet, and hot and cold sensations. It's much less now, after taking the electrolytes... I think it is the potassium that makes the difference. It was pretty continuous, and now it's much less. Thank you for your explanations of these issues. I know the doctors have only a little time with me, and the rest is up to me, so I try to be informed. What you're teaching goes in the bucket of information to help me ask the right questions when I see them. Thank you. Lynn
And I am always, ALWAYS so grateful for the support you give us! My son has a leaky bicuspid valve (congenital due to Down Syndrome) so has always been used to this but I will ask his consultant about the long term prognosis at our next appointment. Thank you ❤ Julia
Thank you sir for explaining it. I don't have any of the symptoms of a leaky heart valve but the doctor heard the heart murmur and I go for consultation next month
Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I am in the later stages of leaky valve at 60% regurgitation since I was born. Better understanding of the issue now as it’s become fairly bad and I’ve had to take it more seriously.
I wish I found your video sooner. I was denied a second Echocardiogram for two years after symptoms led me to discover I had mild mitral and Tricuspid Regurgitation May/June 2021. Being told my symptoms of chronic fatigue, exercise intolerance, and shortness of breath just walking to kitchen to eat was not heart related by my electrophysiologist who refused to test me or notate my worsening symptoms as I continued to get so much worse. Denied a second look even after my EKGs started showing right atrium enlargement in May 2022. I had to leave him as my provider so finally at the end of next week I finally get my second Echocardiogram. I won't know until then how much damage was done during that time I can only tell you simple acts of getting dressed, preparing a meal for myself, or even showering is almost impossible some days more than others and all my cries and pleas have fallen or deaf ears until now.
I came across a video by Austin Goh on youtube - 7 exercises to help with leaky heart valve - or similar title. He also has exercises that may help with heart inflammation. He is Chinese - very helpful and positive nature. Love watching his videos. Also look into Ayurvedic medicine and herbs that may help with heart inflammation. Also I take Turmeric and Ceyenne Pepper. Try taking taurine 500mgs, magnesium citrate 100mgs, and potassium citrate 99 or 100mgs 3 times a day and one dose before bed. Also try 100mgs of co enzyme Q10 or CQ10 plain 1-2 times a day. Also look into Acupressure. There are points you can stimulate or put magnets on that may help. On youtube there are many acupressure videos.
Thankyou so much! I had palpitations almost every day constantly for weeks, I was sent for an echo and diagnosed with a leaky valve and put on bisoprasol which Has worked wonders. Although I did not understand at all about the leak and wondered what it was all about....now I know!!! Thankyou so much!!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us, it is much appreciated. Leaky heart valves can be terrifying but your guidance and advice are absolutely priceless. 👌🏻
Thank you so much for the explanation doctor. I was diagnosed with a leaky valve (left side of my heart) many years ago. I was able to see the leaky valve while having the echocardiogram procedure. That’s when I noticed the blood flow going back out and I asked the technician what was I seeing. Anyways, my physician just told me that when the time comes/if gets worst that’s when it needs to replaced. I have much more understanding watching this video. ❤️
Thank you so much. As always, you give me peace of mind! I recently found out have mild aortic valve stenosis and I am 72, I have a history of high blood pressure, and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation; but all are controlled. You explained it so good in this video, I am not worry. Thanks and God bless.🙏🏻
It's amazing, and scary, how many things that can go wrong with the heart. It must be incredibly strong to endure many years of these ailments and abuse. You've learned well, Doc and you teach even better. Thank you. I hope you''re enjoying your stay in India but don't get too comfortable! We need you here. I wish you were in the USA but England is better than India. Bet your Dad was by your side in India, smiling all the way!
Have had regurgitation for decades and have enlarged left atrium but not serious enoughv for a replacement or fix. This is the first time I've heard about blood volume increasing due to regurgitation. That explains my enlarged left atrium. Thank you for this clear explanation
I just love your videos! You have helped me make decisions that have proved to be the right thing to do. Patients really need to be pro-active…and you give the pros n cons in an easily understood way. Thank you so much Dr. Sanjay.
Very helpful explanation, thank you. I had a mitral valve repaired six years ago, and now occasionally check myself with a stethoscope and a small ecg machine, have a fingertip monitor also; good to be able to check for myself that all is well and still not deteriorating.
@@Thesimplelife00 Nice to hear from you. The ecg is a 'Heal Force PC-80B", made in Shanghai, about U$120 4 years ago, from Ebay I think. Very useful for seeing if I'm still in sinus rhythm etc. The stethoscope is a basic Chinese one, traditional pattern, $20 from a local stockist, valuable for directly listening to the sounds; it's obvious when there's a leak, as that makes a woosh sound instead of a regular beat. So far, no problems! Occasionally I also check oxygen level with a fingertip monitor, and blood pressure and beat rate with an Omron unit from a local pharmacy. Completing my instrumentation armory is a Fitbit wrist monitor, a fabulous modern instrument with many uses, including logging. All this is made more necessary because my surgery was the old-fashioned way, maximally invasive (not using a DaVinci robot), and the big incision through the heart muscle left me with poor rhythm, susceptible to AF etc. if I'm not careful with lifestyle, including diet (excessive tyramine is risky). It's great, and simple, to check myself with these inexpensive instruments. I hope that helps you.
@@YorkCardiology dear doctor, im in a panic attacks since I discovered by chance, I'm 35 years old with two kids, 5 years 7 months. suddenly I knew that I have Trace mitral regurgitation, with every thing else normal. ( Trace mitral regurgitation with no physiological significance ) Doctor's report. And told me to check after 5 years?!!! Since i knew I got panic attacks and all day crying after I made tons of searches about the topic ... so scared will it gets worse 😫 😞 😢 it will definitely lead to moderate then severe then.....complications at the end.. right????? by how many years this will happen ???? Plz plz inform me I'm so panic 😭 I don't exercise or hard working to be tired, I'm healthy, I'm slim . But I stress a lot and worry a lot. Why did my doctor said this in a cool way!! As if there is nothing??? Why the check up after 5 years???? Is thus really normal??? Will it be moderate or severe after 5 years . Plz let me know I cry 😢 all days and nights because I was living a normal life now I am worried a lot a lot . Thank you I advance
Thank you so much for this videos.. you explained it better than the doctor here. Please continue to share your knowledge. We’re grateful and praying for your safety and good health!
Thanks for this great explanation Dr Gupta. I have a slight leak with my aortic valve but it doesn't affect me in any way. I can still run ultra marathons!
At 6.20 in the video you said I quote. "If the function on the echocardiogram looks normal or less than normal, this is suggestive that the heart valve needs fixing". What does this mean, if the test was normal. Don't understand that comment. I get all the rest of it. Thanks
@@jingwills6267 When your heart compensates for severe leakage it stretches more and it pumps blood more vigorously. That can be seen on EKG, so when leakage is severe, but EKG shows normal or less than normal function of the left ventricle it means that ventricle has already started to weaken so it's time to take measures.
Thank you so much Dr. Sanjay Gupta for explaining this topic on leaky heart. It's a great help to us with heart deffect. I have MVP, as of now my echocardiogram shows ventricular hypertrophy & mitral regurgitation. Keep safe always & more power!
Great vid. I have mitral valve prolapse. I get a heart ultrasound once per year and until this point, everything looks good. However, I do notice that I’m slightly out of breath sometimes when walking the stairs and such.
Brilliant. I now understand for the first time since my mitral valve has been leaking for 30 years why. Never had it explained before. Bless you thank you for your precious time.
Would donating blood help those of us with confirmed leaky aortic valves ? Also, I really appreciate your videos. They make complex topics from the doctors office easy to understand, thank you !
A cardiologist told me it was like a rubber band and it could just snap one day. Hm..he suggested a pacemaker so when you mentioned rubberband, it was aha that's what he meant. Thank you doctor for explaining it so well. Leaky valves and rubber bands sounds almost like an engine 😀 I.e.fanbelt...
I am 76 yrs and 7 years ago diagnosed with aortic regurgitation and doc said old age and no cure well after 4 years being in moderate to high ketosis no sugar very low carbs, I have only a trace. In fact the technician asked me my problem because he could not find leak. Machine showed only a trace…. I started doing keto diet for my memory which has also been helped. UPDATE IN DEC 2022 my aortic valve tested normal
@@sesilek yes absolutely, basically 20-25 carbs a day keeps my level of ketones high. Like 2.0 when tested with precision xtra monitor. UPDATE: And the good news is now my aortic valve is NORMAL. I had ultra sound in December
I was diagnosed with Trivial reguritation should it be monitoured. I have a family history of heart failure. No NHS follow up. Had one echo cardiogram. Does weight loss help.
@@YorkCardiology Hello. My cardiologist labeled mine as Trace TV & MV not Mild but Trace. It read: The tricuspid valve appears normal/there is a trace tricuspid regurgitation. Same with Mitral Valve.
Thank you, so much for this informative information it has helped me a lot, I was diagnosed with heart valve leakage but I was told it was a mild one, now that I heard this I think I need to go again for another check-up, especially echo and angiogram
thank you doctor for a reassuring video. i have an appointment with the surgeon next week as i'm about to have aortic & mitral valve replacement surgery but just nervous as i'm 61 male and type 1 diabetic. Does this make it more risky having diabetes?
Dear Dr. I have Moderate Crystallization of the Aorta, can you do a video on this. My Dr. didn't give me a diet or any way to combat this, if possible. I would love to know more.
This video is incredibly informative and helpful. Thank you so much. I wonder if you can tell me whether volume overload could also lead to high systolic blood pressure with low diastolic blood pressure? If that were the case would it make matters worse to medicate for the high blood pressure?
Thank you so much; this was very helpful, especially about the involvement of the kidneys. I never knew that was how volume overload happened, but I have sure seen the results and they are definitely not pretty. I've recently been diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, and my aortic, bicuspid, and tricuspid valves are all regurgitating, and my left ventricle is slightly thickened. I also have left ventricular fascicular block. I'm a retired paramedic, so I understand the A&P and the eventual heart failure implications, but not so much the treatment, especially with multiple issues like this. I do have to say I'm fairly scared. I'm also quite fascinated, LOL! Because once a clinician, especially with a particular interest in cardiology, always a clinician, right? LOL! When a person has multiple leaky valves like this, is it common to fix them all at once? Unfortunately, it was extremely difficult to hear you, even with my volume turned all the way up. I'll check some of your other videos because this one was very informative.
I have this and it was so helpful. Thank you! I was wondering why I am scheduled to see my cardiologist every 6 months, even though I currently feel good. I also have sleep apnea and that affected my heart as well, even though it was mild.
Over the past four months starting with my first doctor’s visit found out I had to start wearing a heart monitor over the next 15 days. After they looked at the results they scheduled my first of two surgeries I needed. Luckily my first surgery went well even with taking longer to heal completely. I’m getting ready for the second procedure in less than a month so they can replace my valve that was first fixed from surgery at 16 months old. Being in my thirties I have to say I figured these surgeries would’ve been years earlier but I was lucky the valve lasted this long. 30 plus years between the original valve replacement! Best of luck to all having surgery similar to mine…
Dear DR. This is exactly what I have, mitral valve leak regurgitation. 65 F. 48 kg. 5.4f I’ve been on beta blockers for three years. Now the doctor is putting me on statin as well for cholesterol but it’s giving me muscle pain so I’m cutting them down myself and adding natto beans supplement. I will know by end of this month if it works. He also prescribed amitriptyline for years which causes side effects and I have stopped taking for now. But he kept insisting. Anyway my heart leakage is diagnosed moderate to severe. I try to get an echocardiogram every one and a half to two years. My doctor hasn’t said I needed an operation yet. Wait and see as you said. I see him briefly every 3 months. I get tired easily at times. At times I can walk for an hour with no symptoms, but sometimes walking in the heat or in a building I get breathless. Maybe it’s the trapped air and I’m not sure. Lately, and especially after Covid vaccines, I get more irregular heartbeats, more often now I could hear my heart sound like a tugboat…like drrrrr drrrr all the time. I read that irregular heart palpitations sounds scarier than it really is but bothers me nevertheless. Yesterday the heart suddenly beat very very fast and I got dizzy. I sat down and did some deep breathing exercise and after a while it went away. Not sure how much I should panic. I live alone so sometimes it’s worrisome. If there’s an emergency of condition should I take something immediately to prevent a heart attack? Aspirin? Or? Death is part of nature and I’m not afraid of that I just don’t want to be dead for days without anybody knowing. Not a good sight. 🤭 Thank you very much DR. You’re one of the very very few physicians that care from your heart. No wonder you are a heart doctor. Stay well and happy. 🙏🏼💕
I have 3 leaky valves and some enlargement of the heart. The one in the back that cannot be seen on the echocardiogram they don't know if it is leaky as well. I have edema in feet and legs and sometimes up to my abdomen. My doctor says my heart is still strong at this time. I have wheezing & whistling when I breath especially at night. They plan on doing another echocardiogram in a year's time. I have been told to lower salt intake, but then my general doctor called in a panic because my sodium levels had gone to low so now I am on salt tablets. They first advised to limit water, but I am prone to get dehydrated so didn't think that was smart so I have added more salt back into my diet and the swelling is more under control. I have HBP as well. I also have stage 3 kidney disease. More than half of my lungs have collapsed because of a very large mass pressing upon it. My stomach and part of my intestine are up in my chest instead of down where they belong. It is considered the most severe of this type of condition. Surgeon wants me to lose weight before having the surgery. I am trying my best. He didn't say how much I should lose so I am losing weight but not sure how much is necessary to make the surgery easier. Should I get another opinion or is it safe to wait as I have been told for something like another 8 years before doing anything about the heart valves. I am 68 now. Aren't such surgeries more risky as we age. Just wondering. Thanks.
Thank you for this information Doctor 👍. My mom had this and I never understood it until now! She had rhumatic fever as a child, wonder if that's what caused this,?
I had rheumatic fever as a child (14 years). I am 56 and I have mild regurgitation in my mitral valve. Most likely a result of my illness when i was young.
I was recently diagnosed with three leaky heart valves and a enlarged heart. According to my Dr. It’s moderate and shouldn’t worry about it. Apparently it will not affect me for 20 to 30 years. I’m thinking about getting a second opinion.
Omg I also have 3 leaky mild regurgitation valves and honestly I’m not scared because is so common I used to get anxiety like hell because of it I’ve lost so much weight intentionally. Now I’m like heck with that 😂 but I do go to the gym and eat healthy also . Always get a second opinion it doesn’t hurt anyone. Just Does exercise for your heart to be strong and I need to get the surgery most likely won’t. it will benefit you in the long run anything I’m here if you wanna talk bro
You never cease to unselfishly share your knowledge in an understandable way. All credit to you Sir.
@@pt4710 he requires money for his help
Thanks for that clear explanation. A few years ago an echocardiogram showed that my mild to moderate mitral valve regurgitation had progressed to severe. After expert evaluation, A MitraClip was recommended and placed via the femoral vein in the groin. It was so easy from the patient’s point of view, with only one night in the hospital and no incisions. Three and a half years later it is working perfectly and I am very grateful.
Do you have to be on blood thinners?
@@xymonau2468 I had to be on aspirin short-term, until tissue grew over the clip. I was already on an anticoagulant for Afib.
@@sushilaananda3365 Thank you. The reason I ask is that I do have issues with my mitral valve, although they have been very stable and even improved with a change of lifestyle. I also have afib, but blood thinners give me unbearable nausea. I wondered if they were required because a clip is not tissue and might cause clots. I can take aspirin when I'm not on blood thinners. Anyway, hopefully it won't get to that stage, but it's good to knw what might be required. Thank you so much for your response.
@@xymonau2468 Most people who have Afib take an anticoagulant due to the higher risk of stroke with Afib. If you have tried the newer anticoagulants like Eliquis etc., and do not tolerate them, you might be eligible for a Watchman. I will be evaluated for a Watchman in the next couple of months. This is a device that is placed over the left atrial appendage, one of the main sources of clots.
@@sushilaananda3365 I was hopeful about that device, but many people in the US are suing the company who makes it, so do your homework and find out why. Also, I'm unsure if they give them to people with valve issues. I did read up a lot about it at one time. I'll take my chances, and continue to work on my lifestyle issues. That has helped a lot. I can tolerate one or two doses of Eliquis if I have to, so I can have an electric cardioversion, but they make me want to vomit all day. They also affect my emotions so that I can't cope with stress as well.
Great information! Thank you!
I have just watched your video and amazed at how poorly my leaky valve has been dealt with. My leak was discover 10years ago, I have had 4 echocardiogram done in that time, but have never seen a cardiologist. Recently after a bad viral infection I have become symptomatic: attend local hospital to be told I had heart failure and started me on Ramipril and discharged same day. I was told my wait time for a cardiologist appointment was 50 weeks as I am classed as routine. So I have booked to see a private consultant to discuss things further I hope she is as helpful as your video are. Thank you
Father God, we pray for this person, Lord God that you would lead them in the direction of where they are to go Amen. Heavenly father I pray long life, long health upon this person in Jesus name, I pray for your guidance and protection upon this person, that Lord, you will open up every door of opportunity for them in Jesus, mighty name Amen
Heavenly Father please restore all the years they didn’t feel well in Jesus might name Amen 🙏❤️🌷☀️💕
Hi, Not sure if you'll pick this up, but I wanted to ask how things have progressed. I hope you've seen a cardiologist by now and are getting treatment for the leaky valve. 50 weeks is an insane amount of time to wait for a cardiologist appt.
socialized medicine?
Thank you, thank you!!! You have answered my questions about my leaky valves.
Been diagnosed with a Mitral valve regurgitation, and am nearing 60. Loved the simple yet amazing manner in which you explained the problem!!!❤
Due to a prolapse or just a little leak with normal valve?
When I was a kid he said he could hear the swishing. I'm 73 and still alive and never had any problems as far as I no. Never could ran no more than a mile. But I haven't been to a doctor in 60 years so I have no idea how my heart is.
Sounds like you’re really healthy! God bless
Was a delight listening all your explanations of a leaky value I am a patient who have three value prolapse ...also you have a beautiful smile thank you keep it up ..smile 😃
I've had swishing since I was a kid to I'm 48.
I workout like I'm 19.
The doctors found my murmur accidentally & can barely hear it..
They monitor it but i have no symptoms except occasional palpitations that ladt a few seconds.
Sometimes I think doctors just want to keep milking us.
Dr. Gupta is a great help 👍
Thank you dr. Gupta, for educating us. Usually doctors have no time to explain anything.
Probably best to keep away from them!
Thank you. I have a leaky valve but it was never explained to me, now I understand.
I hate to admit this,. but I usually hit thumbs up before I even watch the video that way I don't forget afterwards. 😊
My son had the transposition of the arteries when he was 2 weeks old .he had stents to the lungs 3 years ago..wow we have had a rocky 20 years I want to say ..but his doctors here in south africa are amazing..now last year we came to know he has a leaking valve..he is 20 now ..a walking miracle..for us all..it's doctors like you ..who give us strength and courage to know our kids are safe and in good hands ..thanks for the video..it helps us understand better ..blessings from South Africa. Durban.
Never heard of Durban.. just started watching the HOUSEWIVES.. I'M SO INTRIGUED!!
I came across a video by Austin Goh on youtube - 7 exercises to help with leaky heart valve - or similar title. He also has exercises that may help with heart inflammation. He is Chinese - very helpful and positive nature. Love watching his videos. Also look into Ayurvedic medicine and herbs that may help with heart inflammation. Also I take Turmeric and Ceyenne Pepper. Try taking taurine 500mgs, magnesium citrate 100mgs, and potassium citrate 99 or 100mgs 3 times a day and one dose before bed. Also try 100mgs of co enzyme Q10 or CQ10 plain 1-2 times a day. Also look into Acupressure. There are points you can stimulate or put magnets on that may help. On youtube there are many acupressure videos. But before you try any exercise please look into it first
Just a question when your son was in your body where you on certain medication like medicine for migraine ,blood thinners etc
@@rushikeshsatpute3971 hi ..no I was not on any medication at all ..
God bless your son!
I think your gastric reflux and heart palpitation link is probably going to save a lot of peoples lives. I know that you talked about it six years ago, but I’m just hearing it for the first time. Can you make an updated video in case you’ve learned anything new. Thank you so much for the bottom of my heart.
I have stage 3a kidney disease diagnosed two years ago. In that time my doctor has explained very little, but in watching several of your videos l have noticed so many things coming together and answered a myriad of questions for me. I’m in Australia and have struggled to find a GP that will tell me more and not just offer one pill on top of another. Now our bulk bill system is fazing out and although l have reached the stage of many unexplained pains within my body, particularly my legs l now find l cannot afford to visit my GP as often as l need to. Thank you for giving your time to explain so many things to the general public. I wish there were many more Doctors like yourself in this world, dedication is a dying breed, you are one in a million…well maybe one in 500. My thanks for making me understand a little more about my condition. My best from Brisbane.
That is so much more in depth than just the words regurgitation on paper. Thanks a ton for explaining this for us.
Bless you, Doctor ~ you bring tears to my eyes. Being young, I now know there is hope to regain my life.
Hi Doc, I always learn so much from you! You are a great teacher and have helped me make the best decisions for my heart. Thank you.
I am so glad to have found you, and have learned so much from your videos. I have a pace maker, and have had some problems with irregular beats, but am doing pretty well now, after taking it upon myself to take electrolytes. I have definitely had breathlessness, and weakness as I try to exercise, and tiredness. I felt pounding in my head, my feet, and hot and cold sensations. It's much less now, after taking the electrolytes... I think it is the potassium that makes the difference. It was pretty continuous, and now it's much less. Thank you for your explanations of these issues. I know the doctors have only a little time with me, and the rest is up to me, so I try to be informed. What you're teaching goes in the bucket of information to help me ask the right questions when I see them. Thank you. Lynn
Sooo much giving, sooo much to learn, sooo clear..
I mean, wow!! What a generous heart
And I am always, ALWAYS so grateful for the support you give us!
My son has a leaky bicuspid valve (congenital due to Down Syndrome) so has always been used to this but I will ask his consultant about the long term prognosis at our next appointment. Thank you ❤ Julia
Thank you sir for explaining it. I don't have any of the symptoms of a leaky heart valve but the doctor heard the heart murmur and I go for consultation next month
Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I am in the later stages of leaky valve at 60% regurgitation since I was born. Better understanding of the issue now as it’s become fairly bad and I’ve had to take it more seriously.
So glad to see you back with us. It makes me feel better just to see & hear you 💜
I wish I found your video sooner. I was denied a second Echocardiogram for two years after symptoms led me to discover I had mild mitral and Tricuspid Regurgitation May/June 2021. Being told my symptoms of chronic fatigue, exercise intolerance, and shortness of breath just walking to kitchen to eat was not heart related by my electrophysiologist who refused to test me or notate my worsening symptoms as I continued to get so much worse. Denied a second look even after my EKGs started showing right atrium enlargement in May 2022. I had to leave him as my provider so finally at the end of next week I finally get my second Echocardiogram. I won't know until then how much damage was done during that time I can only tell you simple acts of getting dressed, preparing a meal for myself, or even showering is almost impossible some days more than others and all my cries and pleas have fallen or deaf ears until now.
I came across a video by Austin Goh on youtube - 7 exercises to help with leaky heart valve - or similar title. He also has exercises that may help with heart inflammation. He is Chinese - very helpful and positive nature. Love watching his videos. Also look into Ayurvedic medicine and herbs that may help with heart inflammation. Also I take Turmeric and Ceyenne Pepper. Try taking taurine 500mgs, magnesium citrate 100mgs, and potassium citrate 99 or 100mgs 3 times a day and one dose before bed. Also try 100mgs of co enzyme Q10 or CQ10 plain 1-2 times a day. Also look into Acupressure. There are points you can stimulate or put magnets on that may help. On youtube there are many acupressure videos.
Oh. How r u know
How are you now ?
did you get your echo?
Thank you Dr. You are an inspirational teacher as well as a wonderful comfort to all anxious heart patients.. Please take care of yourself.
Thankyou so much! I had palpitations almost every day constantly for weeks, I was sent for an echo and diagnosed with a leaky valve and put on bisoprasol which Has worked wonders. Although I did not understand at all about the leak and wondered what it was all about....now I know!!! Thankyou so much!!!!!
@@Loubell_83 same issue here, what is the dosage of bisoprolol were you prescribed?
@@Raj-bi7xp2.5mg:-)
Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us, it is much appreciated.
Leaky heart valves can be terrifying but your guidance and advice are absolutely priceless.
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Thank you so much for the explanation doctor. I was diagnosed with a leaky valve (left side of my heart) many years ago. I was able to see the leaky valve while having the echocardiogram procedure. That’s when I noticed the blood flow going back out and I asked the technician what was I seeing. Anyways, my physician just told me that when the time comes/if gets worst that’s when it needs to replaced. I have much more understanding watching this video. ❤️
Erm, better to repair than replace it and before it gets so bad it impacts on the integrity of your heart.
Thank you so much. As always, you give me peace of mind! I recently found out have mild aortic valve stenosis and I am 72, I have a history of high blood pressure, and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation; but all are controlled. You explained it so good in this video, I am not worry. Thanks and God bless.🙏🏻
Thank you... I had a leaky valve and had it replaced. I am grateful
How old were you ?
It's amazing, and scary, how many things that can go wrong with the heart. It must be incredibly strong to endure many years of these ailments and abuse. You've learned well, Doc and you teach even better. Thank you. I hope you''re enjoying your stay in India but don't get too comfortable! We need you here. I wish you were in the USA but England is better than India. Bet your Dad was by your side in India, smiling all the way!
Thankyou so much for taking the time to explain this. It's a big help
From Egypt, thank you so much for explaining this doctor!
Have had regurgitation for decades and have enlarged left atrium but not serious enoughv for a replacement or fix. This is the first time I've heard about blood volume increasing due to regurgitation. That explains my enlarged left atrium. Thank you for this clear explanation
If you don't mind asking how old are you and do you work out?
@@antonioharrison9807 71 y.o. pool in the backyard to swim laps. When the pool is too cold, walking
How many years u have had it
@antonioharrison9807 I'm 71 y.o. I walk or swim
@zakerapathan8582 diagnosed with mitral stenosis 40+ years ago when pregnant for my first at 30 y.o. Had rheumatic fever as a teenager.
Grateful for all your videos. Thank you. ❤️
I just love your videos! You have helped me make decisions that have proved to be the right thing to do. Patients really need to be pro-active…and you give the pros n cons in an easily understood way. Thank you so much Dr. Sanjay.
Thank you. My mother 76 was diagnosed with this. She goes for an echocardiogram soon
Good news. Nothing requires surgery
Very good video with very helpful information. Thank you
well done and many thanks, very well explained, I am due for open heart operation within the next 3 months due to Aortic valve leakage.
how are you feeling now? Did you get a repair or replace?
Explained very well 👏👏
Very helpful explanation, thank you. I had a mitral valve repaired six years ago, and now occasionally check myself with a stethoscope and a small ecg machine, have a fingertip monitor also; good to be able to check for myself that all is well and still not deteriorating.
Glad you're doing well... Which brand machines do you have?
@@Thesimplelife00 Nice to hear from you. The ecg is a 'Heal Force PC-80B", made in Shanghai, about U$120 4 years ago, from Ebay I think. Very useful for seeing if I'm still in sinus rhythm etc. The stethoscope is a basic Chinese one, traditional pattern, $20 from a local stockist, valuable for directly listening to the sounds; it's obvious when there's a leak, as that makes a woosh sound instead of a regular beat. So far, no problems! Occasionally I also check oxygen level with a fingertip monitor, and blood pressure and beat rate with an Omron unit from a local pharmacy. Completing my instrumentation armory is a Fitbit wrist monitor, a fabulous modern instrument with many uses, including logging. All this is made more necessary because my surgery was the old-fashioned way, maximally invasive (not using a DaVinci robot), and the big incision through the heart muscle left me with poor rhythm, susceptible to AF etc. if I'm not careful with lifestyle, including diet (excessive tyramine is risky). It's great, and simple, to check myself with these inexpensive instruments. I hope that helps you.
We are so grateful for the great advice you have given us on so many topics and for delivering it in such a kind caring manner.
Thank you Dr Gupta
So nice of you
@@YorkCardiology dear doctor, im in a panic attacks since I discovered by chance, I'm 35 years old with two kids, 5 years 7 months. suddenly I knew that I have Trace mitral regurgitation, with every thing else normal. ( Trace mitral regurgitation with no physiological significance ) Doctor's report. And told me to check after 5 years?!!! Since i knew I got panic attacks and all day crying after I made tons of searches about the topic ... so scared will it gets worse 😫 😞 😢 it will definitely lead to moderate then severe then.....complications at the end.. right????? by how many years this will happen ???? Plz plz inform me I'm so panic 😭 I don't exercise or hard working to be tired, I'm healthy, I'm slim . But I stress a lot and worry a lot. Why did my doctor said this in a cool way!! As if there is nothing??? Why the check up after 5 years???? Is thus really normal??? Will it be moderate or severe after 5 years . Plz let me know I cry 😢 all days and nights because I was living a normal life now I am worried a lot a lot . Thank you I advance
Thank you so much for this videos.. you explained it better than the doctor here. Please continue to share your knowledge. We’re grateful and praying for your safety and good health!
Thanks for this great explanation Dr Gupta. I have a slight leak with my aortic valve but it doesn't affect me in any way. I can still run ultra marathons!
I've had aortic regug since I was a kid.
I have moderate with no symptoms & work out like I am 19 & im 48.
Just hope it stays this way👍
@@superpoacher6711 How are you doing 2 years later - still feeling good?
Thank you very much for this, Doctor. It addressed a lot of my heart questions.
At 6.20 in the video you said I quote. "If the function on the echocardiogram looks normal or less than normal, this is suggestive that the heart valve needs fixing". What does this mean, if the test was normal. Don't understand that comment. I get all the rest of it. Thanks
Wnats to know that too
Me too, it confused me. I have to rewind it twice. I hope the doctor will go back to that statement. Thank you!
@@jingwills6267 When your heart compensates for severe leakage it stretches more and it pumps blood more vigorously. That can be seen on EKG, so when leakage is severe, but EKG shows normal or less than normal function of the left ventricle it means that ventricle has already started to weaken so it's time to take measures.
Thank You for this explanation!
thank you. Very helpful. I have a murmur that has gotten louder over the years but I have no symptoms.
Thank you Dr, it’s very useful information for me, I do have a leaky mitral valve but at the moment I’m not symptomatic.
Very interesting as I now have regurgitation on 2 valves after a substantial PE
Love the way you explain things. Very clear and easy to understand. Thanks for all that you do.
You're very welcome!
@@YorkCardiologyhello good morning Doctor, mild tricuspid regurgitation is no need to treat if all functioning is perfect ???
Love you Dr. you are the best!!
Helped calm my fears and concerns. Thank you so much doctor! ❤.
Thank you so much Dr. Sanjay Gupta for explaining this topic on leaky heart. It's a great help to us with heart deffect. I have MVP, as of now my echocardiogram shows ventricular hypertrophy & mitral regurgitation. Keep safe always & more power!
Not a good diagnosis. Get more information.
I have a moderately leaking trycupid valve and have had micro valve repare what a knight mare
Hi William, In what way was the repair a nightmare? Did something go wrong with the operation?
Great explanation on blood volume overload. Very well explained. Thank you so much!
Great vid. I have mitral valve prolapse. I get a heart ultrasound once per year and until this point, everything looks good. However, I do notice that I’m slightly out of breath sometimes when walking the stairs and such.
How r u know. I also have issues with valves for 6 years now
Also found with mvp, first time after 10 echos in a matter of 5 years
Brilliant. I now understand for the first time since my mitral valve has been leaking for 30 years why. Never had it explained before. Bless you thank you for your precious time.
Did you have surgery? Did the leak get worse?
So interesting! Thank you Dr. Gupta! Your so gracious!
Great job of explaining , the best one on here !!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. My Dad’s heart grew bigger. Can you please make a video what cause’s heart to grow bigger!!!
Thank you Dr. Gupta. God bless you to continue your good work
So nice of you
@@YorkCardiology you are a wonderful caring doctor. Your patients are very lucky to have you
I appreciate your knowledge and willingness to share it
Great explanation sir
Would donating blood help those of us with confirmed leaky aortic valves ? Also, I really appreciate your videos. They make complex topics from the doctors office easy to understand, thank you !
I would like to know this
Good question, would really like to know the answer to that also.
Thank you Dr Gupta. You are a star…and a bright one at that! ⭐️
A cardiologist told me it was like a rubber band and it could just snap one day. Hm..he suggested a pacemaker so when you mentioned rubberband, it was aha that's what he meant. Thank you doctor for explaining it so well. Leaky valves and rubber bands sounds almost like an engine 😀 I.e.fanbelt...
I am 76 yrs and 7 years ago diagnosed with aortic regurgitation and doc said old age and no cure well after 4 years being in moderate to high ketosis no sugar very low carbs, I have only a trace. In fact the technician asked me my problem because he could not find leak. Machine showed only a trace…. I started doing keto diet for my memory which has also been helped.
UPDATE IN DEC 2022 my aortic valve tested normal
Hi Denise :) Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring story!
@@sesilek yes absolutely, basically 20-25 carbs a day keeps my level of ketones high. Like 2.0 when tested with precision xtra monitor.
UPDATE: And the good news is now my aortic valve is NORMAL. I had ultra sound in December
wow
@@deniseduarte552valve problems are reversible?
Glad it can be normal again. I just had echocardiogram and my cardio said I have a leaking valve. He said 95% of his patients have leaking valve.
Thank you for taking the time to explain this to us.
I was diagnosed with Trivial reguritation should it be monitoured. I have a family history of heart failure. No NHS follow up. Had one echo cardiogram. Does weight loss help.
Thank you so much for your extremely clear communication style on this topic.
This video was so helpful, thank you for this clear explanation 🙏🏼
Thank you so much for all your expert knowledge educating in an understandable way for us
Thank you Doctor. ❤
Nice talk
Just discovered your channel & I'm so impressed by your knowledge, style & understandable presentation of complex issues. Thank you, sir!
So nice of you
@@YorkCardiology Hello. My cardiologist labeled mine as Trace TV & MV not Mild but Trace. It read: The tricuspid valve appears normal/there is a trace tricuspid regurgitation. Same with Mitral Valve.
You explain things so well and clearly .thank you once again. Weare waiting for another video.take care
Thank you, so much for this informative information it has helped me a lot, I was diagnosed with heart valve leakage but I was told it was a mild one, now that I heard this I think I need to go again for another check-up, especially echo and angiogram
Lovely to see you again. As usual very informative
thank you doctor for a reassuring video. i have an appointment with the surgeon next week as i'm about to have aortic & mitral valve replacement surgery but just nervous as i'm 61 male and type 1 diabetic. Does this make it more risky having diabetes?
Dear Dr. I have Moderate Crystallization of the Aorta, can you do a video on this. My Dr. didn't give me a diet or any way to combat this, if possible. I would love to know more.
Really explained well
This video is incredibly informative and helpful. Thank you so much. I wonder if you can tell me whether volume overload could also lead to high systolic blood pressure with low diastolic blood pressure? If that were the case would it make matters worse to medicate for the high blood pressure?
Thank you so much; this was very helpful, especially about the involvement of the kidneys. I never knew that was how volume overload happened, but I have sure seen the results and they are definitely not pretty.
I've recently been diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, and my aortic, bicuspid, and tricuspid valves are all regurgitating, and my left ventricle is slightly thickened. I also have left ventricular fascicular block.
I'm a retired paramedic, so I understand the A&P and the eventual heart failure implications, but not so much the treatment, especially with multiple issues like this.
I do have to say I'm fairly scared. I'm also quite fascinated, LOL! Because once a clinician, especially with a particular interest in cardiology, always a clinician, right? LOL!
When a person has multiple leaky valves like this, is it common to fix them all at once?
Unfortunately, it was extremely difficult to hear you, even with my volume turned all the way up. I'll check some of your other videos because this one was very informative.
Wendy, how are you now?
Excellent as always. Many thanks.
As always thank you…so grateful for your videos
I have this and it was so helpful. Thank you! I was wondering why I am scheduled to see my cardiologist every 6 months, even though I currently feel good. I also have sleep apnea and that affected my heart as well, even though it was mild.
What valve regurgitates for you? And also is it trace or mild or severe?
Anyone on medication has to see cardiologist every six months.
Dr sanjay gupta sir your every video provides a lot of feedback on different diseases particularly on heart thanks 04/04/2022
Thank you
Over the past four months starting with my first doctor’s visit found out I had to start wearing a heart monitor over the next 15 days. After they looked at the results they scheduled my first of two surgeries I needed. Luckily my first surgery went well even with taking longer to heal completely. I’m getting ready for the second procedure in less than a month so they can replace my valve that was first fixed from surgery at 16 months old. Being in my thirties I have to say I figured these surgeries would’ve been years earlier but I was lucky the valve lasted this long. 30 plus years between the original valve replacement! Best of luck to all having surgery similar to mine…
Do dental issues contribute in ths
Thank you so much for the work that you are doing. I truly appreciate you 🇿🇦
awesome simple explanations
Good morning to you Dr , glad to see you , 👋
I have tricuspid regurgitation
I have mild. Is it ok?
Dear DR. This is exactly what I have, mitral valve leak regurgitation. 65 F. 48 kg. 5.4f
I’ve been on beta blockers for three years.
Now the doctor is putting me on statin as well for cholesterol but it’s giving me muscle pain so I’m cutting them down myself and adding natto beans supplement. I will know by end of this month if it works.
He also prescribed amitriptyline for years which causes side effects and I have stopped taking for now. But he kept insisting.
Anyway my heart leakage is diagnosed moderate to severe.
I try to get an echocardiogram every one and a half to two years.
My doctor hasn’t said I needed an operation yet. Wait and see as you said. I see him briefly every 3 months.
I get tired easily at times. At times I can walk for an hour with no symptoms, but sometimes walking in the heat or in a building I get breathless. Maybe it’s the trapped air and I’m not sure.
Lately, and especially after Covid vaccines, I get more irregular heartbeats, more often now I could hear my heart sound like a tugboat…like drrrrr drrrr all the time.
I read that irregular heart palpitations sounds scarier than it really is but bothers me nevertheless.
Yesterday the heart suddenly beat very very fast and I got dizzy. I sat down and did some deep breathing exercise and after a while it went away. Not sure how much I should panic.
I live alone so sometimes it’s worrisome. If there’s an emergency of condition should I take something immediately to prevent a heart attack? Aspirin? Or?
Death is part of nature and I’m not afraid of that I just don’t want to be dead for days without anybody knowing. Not a good sight. 🤭
Thank you very much DR. You’re one of the very very few physicians that care from your heart. No wonder you are a heart doctor. Stay well and happy. 🙏🏼💕
I have 3 leaky valves and some enlargement of the heart. The one in the back that cannot be seen on the echocardiogram they don't know if it is leaky as well. I have edema in feet and legs and sometimes up to my abdomen. My doctor says my heart is still strong at this time. I have wheezing & whistling when I breath especially at night. They plan on doing another echocardiogram in a year's time. I have been told to lower salt intake, but then my general doctor called in a panic because my sodium levels had gone to low so now I am on salt tablets. They first advised to limit water, but I am prone to get dehydrated so didn't think that was smart so I have added more salt back into my diet and the swelling is more under control. I have HBP as well. I also have stage 3 kidney disease. More than half of my lungs have collapsed because of a very large mass pressing upon it. My stomach and part of my intestine are up in my chest instead of down where they belong. It is considered the most severe of this type of condition. Surgeon wants me to lose weight before having the surgery. I am trying my best. He didn't say how much I should lose so I am losing weight but not sure how much is necessary to make the surgery easier.
Should I get another opinion or is it safe to wait as I have been told for something like another 8 years before doing anything about the heart valves. I am 68 now. Aren't such surgeries more risky as we age. Just wondering. Thanks.
Thank you very much.
Thank you for this information Doctor 👍. My mom had this and I never understood it until now! She had rhumatic fever as a child, wonder if that's what caused this,?
I had rheumatic fever as a child (14 years). I am 56 and I have mild regurgitation in my mitral valve. Most likely a result of my illness when i was young.
I had rhuematic fever two time when I was 5 years and 10 year old I have mild mitral leakage and now I am 40 years old
Thank you so much for your videos!
Thank you. 🙏🏽
I was recently diagnosed with three leaky heart valves and a enlarged heart. According to my Dr. It’s moderate and shouldn’t worry about it. Apparently it will not affect me for 20 to 30 years. I’m thinking about getting a second opinion.
Omg I also have 3 leaky mild regurgitation valves and honestly I’m not scared because is so common I used to get anxiety like hell because of it I’ve lost so much weight intentionally. Now I’m like heck with that 😂 but I do go to the gym and eat healthy also . Always get a second opinion it doesn’t hurt anyone. Just Does exercise for your heart to be strong and I need to get the surgery most likely won’t. it will benefit you in the long run anything I’m here if you wanna talk bro
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So it is not a big deal?? I am very much worried and cudnt sleep all night@@joelhuertas9934
How are you now? I have the same diagnosis you got 2 years ago.