Is a heart murmur serious?

Not always. Most murmurs in children are innocent and require no treatment. In adults, a new murmur always warrants investigation. Whether it is serious depends entirely on the underlying cause.

Can a heart murmur go away on its own?

Innocent murmurs can resolve spontaneously, particularly in children. Murmurs caused by valve disease typically do not disappear without treatment.

Can I exercise with a heart murmur?

For innocent murmurs, yes normal physical activity is completely safe. For murmurs linked to valvular disease, your cardiologist will advise on safe activity levels based on severity.

What is the difference between a murmur and a heart attack?

A murmur is a sound describing abnormal blood flow. A heart attack is a medical event caused by a blocked coronary artery. The two are distinct, though severe untreated valve disease can eventually lead to heart failure.

Is heart murmur treatment available without surgery in India?

Yes. Minimally invasive procedures like TAVI, MitraClip, and BMV are performed at leading centres in Mumbai, including Heart Valve Experts. These approaches offer shorter recovery, fewer risks, and excellent outcomes even for elderly or high-risk patients.

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Dr. Ankur U. Phatarpekar M.D., D.M., FSCAI

With over 15 years of expertise, Dr. Phatarpekar is recognised as a renowned interventional cardiologist in Mumbai, specialising in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and pioneering work in TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation).

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