If it’s heart valve disease, you want to be sure, because it can become deadly. Getting screened with an echocardiogram is painless and takes as little as 20 minutes. It’s the best test to confirm if you have heart valve disease.
LISTEN UP
At your next appointment, ask your doctor to listen to your heart for any murmurs.
BE PREPARED
Talk to your doctor about any risk factors or symptoms (even subtle ones) you may have.
ASK FOR AN ECHO
Ask for an echocardiogram for a formal diagnosis.
BE ENGAGED
Be an active participant in the conversation about screening and treatment options.
If you follow these tips, asking your doctor for a heart valve disease screening should be an easy conversation. And if your doctor does find heart valve disease, don’t worry. You have options.
Learn About Your Options
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