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Is Small Leaks In The Mital Valve And Tricuspid Valve A Causes For Concern?

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Posted on Wed, 21 May 2014
Question: Would small leaks in the mital valve and tricuspid valve that do not require any meds be of great health concern. Would alcohol consumption (moderate) pose an additional concern.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
NO

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

These findings are not of any great concern. They require nothing beyond routine monitoring right now. I will suggest that you talk to your cardiologist on a plan for monitoring so that any changes and interventions can be addressed accordingly in a prompt manner. Generally, unless a leaky valve causes heart symptoms, it is left alone.

What do you consider moderate alcohol consumption? I would recommend a glass of wine not more than 3times a week. Alcohol in itself is not a problem but excess quantities constitute a great problem. Keep the consumption to minimal levels and it would have no effect on your valves.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and feel free to ask for more information if need be.
Dr. Ditah, MD.
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Is Small Leaks In The Mital Valve And Tricuspid Valve A Causes For Concern?

Brief Answer: NO Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. These findings are not of any great concern. They require nothing beyond routine monitoring right now. I will suggest that you talk to your cardiologist on a plan for monitoring so that any changes and interventions can be addressed accordingly in a prompt manner. Generally, unless a leaky valve causes heart symptoms, it is left alone. What do you consider moderate alcohol consumption? I would recommend a glass of wine not more than 3times a week. Alcohol in itself is not a problem but excess quantities constitute a great problem. Keep the consumption to minimal levels and it would have no effect on your valves. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and feel free to ask for more information if need be. Dr. Ditah, MD.