Mitral valve prolapse - MVP for short - is an all-to-common heart condition, estimated to be present in about 5% or more of the population. While the symptoms of this condition may vary from individual to individual, for some, they can be highly distressful - at times, overwhelming. These symptoms include chest pain, anxiety, shortness of breath, panic attacks, and fatigue. Learning to cope with these problems can be the most important part of your MVP treatment. That's why Coping With Mitral Valve Prolapse was written.In this book, you'll learn the answers to your most pressing questions:
-What are the specific symptoms of MVP?
-Can MVP affect my relationship with others?
-Will MVP require me to change my lifestyle?
-How is MVP diagnosed, and what treatments are used?Written in a warm, relaxed style, this is a truly useful guide that will provide you with both the emotional support and the practical advice that you need to cope successfully with mitral valve prolapse.