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What Causes Recurrent Chest Tightness While Having An Artificial Heart Valve?
My 18 year old daughter complains periodically of uncomfortable, almost painful tightness in her chest. Her pediatrician & the Doctor @ her college find nothing (even after X-rays). She does have a biordic heart valve, please advise. Thank- you! Julie Barr Beaverton, Or
Fri, 20 Jan 2017
I do understand your pain and discomfort. As per history please follow my advise below:
1) Do ECG and ECHO to check status of valve
2) Do an angiogram to ruled out artery blockage
3) Do full blood count with differential
4) Correct iron deficiency if HB % low by injectable medications
I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best.
Thanks,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
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