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How Can MVP Diagnosed A Couple Of Decades Ago Not Show In Test Reports Now But Have A A New Finding Of PVC?

Hi i was diagnosed with MVP by having angiogram in 1980. I have had several echocardiograms since. From 2007 until just recently the echos show i don t have MVP. Last echo done September 24,2018 showing i do not have MVP but PVCs. My ? Is , after years of being told i have MVP,floppy valve disease, hearing a clicking sound could the echo years ago been misdiagnosed?
Wed, 3 May 2023
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Hi,

It's possible that the initial diagnosis of MVP was incorrect, as echocardiography technology and interpretation have improved over the years. Additionally, MVP can be a difficult diagnosis to make, as some people with MVP may have no symptoms at all, while others may have symptoms that are similar to other heart conditions.

However, it's also possible that your heart condition has changed over time, and the earlier diagnosis of MVP was accurate at the time it was made. It's not uncommon for heart conditions to develop or resolve over time, especially with treatment and lifestyle changes.

It's important to discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider, who can review your medical history and test results to determine whether the earlier diagnosis of MVP was accurate or not. They can also provide you with information on your current heart condition, as well as any recommended treatments or lifestyle changes to manage your PVCs.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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How Can MVP Diagnosed A Couple Of Decades Ago Not Show In Test Reports Now But Have A A New Finding Of PVC?

Hi, It s possible that the initial diagnosis of MVP was incorrect, as echocardiography technology and interpretation have improved over the years. Additionally, MVP can be a difficult diagnosis to make, as some people with MVP may have no symptoms at all, while others may have symptoms that are similar to other heart conditions. However, it s also possible that your heart condition has changed over time, and the earlier diagnosis of MVP was accurate at the time it was made. It s not uncommon for heart conditions to develop or resolve over time, especially with treatment and lifestyle changes. It s important to discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider, who can review your medical history and test results to determine whether the earlier diagnosis of MVP was accurate or not. They can also provide you with information on your current heart condition, as well as any recommended treatments or lifestyle changes to manage your PVCs. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist