When should I start excercising?

lilynblue

Thanks everyone for the comments, they were very helpful! I think I will start something low intensity for now.

Please continue to discuss with your cardiologist the persitence of pain. I would also suggest you have a cardiac stress test (a controlled run on a treadmill) to evaluate if your MVP an the associated regurgitation limits your ability to exercise.

Have you had an echocardiogram and what amount of leakage was observed?

I have had 2 echos. The first one I was 16, pediatric cardiologist noted mild-moderate regurgitation. The second time I had to find a new cardiologist, since I was over 18, she said any leakage was trivial, and didn't think I had MVP. Although she recognized it was a condition that doesn't go away, so who knows. Prior to my first echo the diagnosis was suspected by my PCP based on the heart murmur and confirmed by the cardiologist he referred me too. I realize that mvp doesn't typically cause exercise intolerance anyway, so that is probably not the problem. Last year I had a son who was born still with a complex cardiac condition, so it made me suspect, once again, I may have an undiagnosed problem afterall. As far as a stress test I have requested one because that is when I experience symptoms the most, but cardiologist dismissed it, ugh, I really don't like her.

hsnider29

I recommend Stronglift 5x5. Just google it and you will find all the info you need online. I would definitely find a new cardiologist. A stress test would be a good thing, even if it's just to humor you. It's possible there is something more there. Good luck!

EvgeniZyntx

Thanks everyone for the comments, they were very helpful! I think I will start something low intensity for now.

Please continue to discuss with your cardiologist the persitence of pain. I would also suggest you have a cardiac stress test (a controlled run on a treadmill) to evaluate if your MVP an the associated regurgitation limits your ability to exercise.

Have you had an echocardiogram and what amount of leakage was observed?

I have had 2 echos. The first one I was 16, pediatric cardiologist noted mild-moderate regurgitation. The second time I had to find a new cardiologist, since I was over 18, she said any leakage was trivial, and didn't think I had MVP. Although she recognized it was a condition that doesn't go away, so who knows. Prior to my first echo the diagnosis was suspected by my PCP based on the heart murmur and confirmed by the cardiologist he referred me too. I realize that mvp doesn't typically cause exercise intolerance anyway, so that is probably not the problem. Last year I had a son who was born still with a complex cardiac condition, so it made me suspect, once again, I may have an undiagnosed problem afterall. As far as a stress test I have requested one because that is when I experience symptoms the most, but cardiologist dismissed it, ugh, I really don't like her.

If leakage is trivial * at rest * then requesting a stress test check is what I would have done also for persistent pain. MVP can be associated at higher levels of regurgitation but isn't that frequent from my understanding - I'm not a cardiologist, my work on implant materials had me working with a few to look at flow profiles on valves so I only have a smattering of knowledge. But it looks like you are doing the right thing. Stick to her and keep pushing if pain is persitent, if she refuses the ST, request another cardiologist from your PCP.

skinnyjayb

Hi, it sound like you should first get medical clearance from your doctor.