Heart Murmur Treatment

Heart murmurs are sounds made by the blood flowing abnormally across the heart valves. They can be harmless or indicate a serious heart condition. In any case, we recommend getting an evaluation at Healthy Living Heart and Vein. Our qualified cardiologists provide comprehensive heart murmur treatment. After assessing your condition and its severity, we will design a treatment plan that improves your heart health and overall well-being. For high-quality care and management, book a consultation at our practice today. 

What Causes Heart Murmurs?

The swishing or whooshing sounds from your heart can occur for a number of reasons. Some heart murmurs are normal and do not indicate any serious issues. They can be caused by conditions that make the heart beat faster, such as:

• Anemia: A low level of red blood cells that carry oxygen to the body.
• High blood pressure: A high force of blood against the artery walls.
• Overactive thyroid: A condition that makes the thyroid gland produce too much thyroid hormone.
• Fever: A rise in body temperature due to infection or inflammation.

However, some severe causes of heart murmurs include issues with the aortic or mitral valves, pulmonary regurgitation, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease, or pulmonary valve stenosis. In any of these cases, you should contact our practice for advanced heart murmur treatment. 

Treatments We Offer For Heart Murmurs

We will evaluate your symptoms and run certain diagnostic tests to determine the cause of heart murmurs. Based on the diagnosis, we will recommend the best treatment option for your condition. They may include:

• Medications:Our doctor will prescribe medications that can reduce fluid retention, lower blood pressure, and control heart rate. Some examples are diuretics, anticoagulants, ACE inhibitors, and beta blockers.
• Lifestyle changes:We will suggest certain modifications that can help improve your overall health. They include eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, quitting smoking, and managing stress. 
• Surgery:If you have a severe or congenital heart defect, we may recommend surgery. Some surgical options are valve repair or replacement, septal defect closure, or coronary artery bypass grafting.

Book An Appointment

For advanced heart murmur treatment, look no further than our different convenient locations. Contact us to book an appointment today.