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My Cardiologist Told Me To Keep Exercising And Come Back In Several Years. Does It Seem Appropriate?

A myPHteam Member asked a question 💭
Pompano Beach, FL

My cardiologist diagnosed mild to moderate tricuspid regurgitation & mild pulmonary hypertension

May 22, 2024
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A myPHteam Member

In order to answer, we would need to know what kind of diagnostic test was performed and what your diastolic. Systolic, mean, or wedge pressure number was.

And it is good to be ready to advocate for yourself!

May 22, 2024
A myPHteam Member

Thank you so much for your help w/info, Christine! 🙏😍

May 24, 2024
A myPHteam Member

Overall, your report is fairly normal. My only concern, if I have one, is that you have moderate tricuspid valve regurgitation with mild PH. With tricuspid valve regurgitation the doctor is unable to calculate the pulmonary pressure. It's important to have an accurate number. The only way to determine that is by RHC. The longer pulmonary hypertension is untreated, the more serious the damage not only to the heart but the lung capillaries. The push by the AHA is to diagnose and treat as early as possible rather than waiting.

May 24, 2024
A myPHteam Member

Well, we have a few people here with nursing backgrounds so maybe one of them will chime in. But I think from what I am reading, with no medical pedigree at all, the good news is you probably don't really have PH. Unless you see a line in the middle of your report somewhere indicating otherwise. Plus, an echo is not a reliable form of PH diagnosis. It's only an indicator used to lead the cardiologist to order a right heart catheterization which would be the diagnostic tool needed.

@A myPHteam Member Can you weigh in here? You're a lot smarter than I am! LOL

May 23, 2024 (edited)
A myPHteam Member

It's important to follow your cardiologist's advice, but if you have pulmonary hypertension (PH), regular follow-ups are crucial. Exercise can be beneficial for PH, but it should be tailored to your specific condition and symptoms. If you experience any new symptoms or worsening of your condition, it's advisable to consult Show Full Answer

It's important to follow your cardiologist's advice, but if you have pulmonary hypertension (PH), regular follow-ups are crucial. Exercise can be beneficial for PH, but it should be tailored to your specific condition and symptoms. If you experience any new symptoms or worsening of your condition, it's advisable to consult your doctor sooner. Always ensure your exercise plan and follow-up schedule are aligned with your current health needs.

May 22, 2024

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