Can you die from a heart murmor?

Question

I have a heart murmor but never was put on any meds. I can feel it when it goes out of wack and it catches my breath, but tonight I feel it over and over and I am very dizzy. No other symptoms but a little nervous.

Answer 1

It depends on the cause of the heart murmur. Some are harmless; others indicate heart disease. See your doctor.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Most likely you're feeling palpitations, which occur from the same underlying cause that is causing the murmur. Your heart may be beating erratically for a number of reasons. The top part of your heart could be fibrillating, meaning atrial fibrillation. That occurs sometimes when the valves are not working effectively, one of the reasons for a murmur.

Your best bet is to call the doc in the morning and be seen. In the mean time, cut out all caffeine, which can irritate an already sensitive heart. Take in enough fluids, because if you're having some regurgitation (I have that due to abnormal valve anatomy), you need to avoid becoming dehydrated, which will further reduce the fluid volume your body is circulating.
You could have an electrolyte imbalance...drink some oj for the potassium, eat some yogurt or almonds to increase your magnesium.
Your doctor will have other recommendations.

Answer 4

A heart murmur is simply turbulent blood flow passed a heart valve that is either too tight (stenotic) or too floppy (regurgitant). The murmur is simply a sound and can't kill you but the cause of the murmur can cause harm. Most causes of murmur are benign, but some are not. Having symptoms like shortness of breath, palpitation, or chest pain should prompt you to seek medical aatention from a doctor.

Answer 5

I would definitely see a doctor. If you can tell a big difference when it goes "out of wack" then there could be serious consequences if you did too much of that sort of thing that brings it on.

Most people have a fairly steep ability to go outside of their usual habits in exercise or stress, and do so without harm. As one gets older that reserve gets to be less and one can't just ignore the consequences. Those who are born with less "reserve" need to watch closer.

Answer 6

I had a heart murmur until I had to have a heart transplant three years ago. I was 27 at the time and my doctors told me I would only live 3-5 more years if I did not have a transplant.

Answer 7

Okay everybody else shut up and let the authority speak. This sounds like ventricular bigeminy. Could be transient or it could kill you. Are you a gambler? Your heart is irritated and wants oxygen or your electrolytes are screwed up. Take slow deep breaths. If this resolves it, start on an exercise program. If it doesn't call 911 and the medics can put you on their monitor and confirm my suspicion. From there do what they tell you.

Answer 8

The underlying cause for heart murmur should be investigated and if it is serious, remedial measures should be taken including medicine or/and surgery. In most cases, heart murmurs are harmless.

Answer 9

My son is 26 and has a murmur that causes trivial mitral reguration. Doc says it is not serious; blood backs up but wont get worse. Mitral valve murmur.

Answer 10

no.