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Mitral Valve Prolapse Symptoms

About 60% of people with mitral valve prolapse have no symptoms. A stressful situation, such as childbirth, job change, or viral illness, can bring on symptoms that may include the following:

• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations, especially while lying on the left side
  
  
• Chest pain - Sharp, dull, or pressing, lasting from a few seconds to several hours, usually not related to myocardial ischemia (that is, not a threatened heart attack)
  
  
• Fatigue and weakness, even after little exertion
  
  
• Dizziness
  
  
• Light-headedness when rising from a chair or a bed
  
  
• Shortness of breath
  
  
• Low energy level, often misdiagnosed as chronic fatigue syndrome

The numerous symptoms of dysautonomia include the following:

• Panic attacks
  
  
• Anxiety
  
  
• Fatigue
  
  
• Migraine headaches
  
  
• Irritable bowel
  
  
• Depression (in 70% of cases)

People will also have symptoms related to associated illnesses, such as Marfan's syndrome or hyperthyroidism (increased thyroid hormone).