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Is chest tightness a symptom of mitral valve prolapse?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have had mild mitral valve prolapse for the past five years. For the last eight months, I have not been feeling well mentally and have been experiencing chest tightness and pain.

After an echocardiogram, I was diagnosed with trivial mitral valve prolapse and redundant chordae tendineae.

Please help me.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode is a Consultant Cardiologist dedicated to diagnosing and managing various heart conditions with precision and care. He focuses on improving cardiovascular health through advanced treatments and preventive strategies. With expertise in providing personalized care, he strives to support patients in achieving better heart health, enhancing their quality of life, and reducing the risk of future cardiac complications.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your echocardiogram and ECG (electrocardiogram) are normal. The echocardiogram shows only redundant chordae, which means the chordae are longer. This will not cause chest pain or any other problems. You do not need medication or surgery. Therefore, whatever you are experiencing is likely in your mind, not your heart.

You are under a lot of stress, which is probably causing gastritis and reflux, leading to your chest pain. Do you also have upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increased pain when eating, a sour taste in your throat, or burning in your chest? These could be associated symptoms.

I suggest you take a combination of Pantoprazole and Domperidone before breakfast once a day for two weeks. Additionally, for headaches and stress relief, you might consider taking a tablet of Amitriptyline at bedtime for two weeks. Please consult a specialist doctor, discuss this with them, and start taking the medications with their consent.

I hope this helps you.

Please revert in case of any more queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At February 27, 2018
Reviewed At March 24, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode is a Consultant Cardiologist dedicated to diagnosing and managing various heart conditions with precision and care. He focuses on improving cardiovascular health through advanced treatments and preventive strategies. With expertise in providing personalized care, he strives to support patients in achieving better heart health, enhancing their quality of life, and reducing the risk of future cardiac complications.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode is a Consultant Cardiologist dedicated to diagnosing and managing various heart conditions with precision and care. He focuses on improving cardiovascular health through advanced treatments and preventive strategies. With expertise in providing personalized care, he strives to support patients in achieving better heart health, enhancing their quality of life, and reducing the risk of future cardiac complications.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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