Aortic Valve Regurgitation

This is the condition in which there is leaking back of blood from the aorta to the left ventricle due to the abnormality in the aortic valve. Aortic valve doesn’t closes properly. Due to leakage pressure is applied to the heart to pump the blood more efficiently.

Symptoms

Aggressive condition presents as;

Fatigue and weakness after hectic works
Swelling in ankle and feet
Problematic breathing on exertion
Pain in the chest which aggravate after exercise.
Lightheadedness
Arrhythmia
Abnormal heart sounds
Palpitations

Causes

At first ventricular hypertrophy compensate the problem. However, Increase stress can lead to further complications. Causes include;

Congenital cause due to some mutation in genes
Age related changes in heart
Bacterial endocarditis
Rheumatic fever
Traumatic stress
Marfan syndrome or other autoimmune diseases like lupus erythematosus.

Complications

Complications include;

Heart failure
Infections affecting heart
Arrhythmia
Death

Diagnosis

Diagnosis depends upon detailed medical history and complete general physical examination of patient. Other investigative tests include;

Echocardiogram
Electrocardiogram
Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging test
CT scan
Stress test
Cardiac catheterization.

Treatment

Treatment of this condition depends upon the severity of disease. Doctor may prescribe medications for complications and regular monitoring check ups are prescribed.
Surgery options is considered when condition aggravate and include; aortic valve repair and aortic valve replacement.

Home Remedies

Exercise regularly
Eat healthy organic food
Consume more fruits and vegetables
Keep your blood pressure controlled
Avoid stress
Limit taking tobacco

Aortic Valve Regurgitation