When to ask about heart valve health
A slight whooshing sound picked up through a stethoscope during a routine check can go unnoted for years. No chest pain, no breathlessness, nothing obvious. But a valve that isn't opening or closing fully changes how efficiently the heart moves blood with every beat.
An echocardiogram is the clearest way to look at valve function, and any Cardiologist In Bhosari worth consulting will request one if a murmur or unexplained fatigue warrants a closer look. The images show valve area, flow speed and backflow in real time, not just a single pressure reading.
Dr. Prashant Shinde consults at Shwaas Cardiac Clinic in Bhosari, near the MIDC industrial stretch. If a murmur has been mentioned before and never properly followed up, calling to ask what a valve assessment involves is a reasonable next step.
