Most people who have mitral valve prolapse never have any symptoms. Other patients with the diagnosis of mitral valve prolapsed do have symptoms. What symptoms might a patient have with mitral valve prolapse? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Anxiety
B) Fatigue
C) Shoulder pain
D) Hyperpnea
E) Palpitations
Ans: A, B, E
Feedback: Most people who have mitral valve prolapse never have symptoms. A few have symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, dizziness, syncope, palpitations, chest pain, and anxiety. Fatigue may occur regardless of activity level and amount of rest or sleep. Shortness of breath is not correlated with activity levels or pulmonary function. Atrial or ventricular dysrhythmias may produce the sensation of palpitations, but palpitations have been reported while the heart has been beating normally. Chest pain, which is often localized to the chest, is not correlated with activity and may last for days. Anxiety may be a response to the symptoms; however, some patients report anxiety as the only symptom. Hyperpnea and shoulder pain are not symptoms of mitral valve prolapse.
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