Pulmonary Valve Stenosis (PVS)

What is it?

Pulmonary valve stenosis is a condition where the pulmonary valve (the valve between the right ventricle of the heart and the pulmonary artery) becomes narrowed. This narrowing impairs blood flow from the heart to the lungs.

What are the symptoms?

Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Chest pain
Swelling in the legs and abdomen
Heart murmur

What else could it be? (Differential diagnosis)

Congenital heart defects
Other types of valve diseases (e.g., aortic or mitral valve stenosis)

What are the aggravating factors?

Congenital heart disease
Infections that affect the heart
Aging (though less common in older adults)

What types of food are helpful?

Low-sodium diet: To reduce fluid retention.
Heart-healthy foods: Omega-3 fatty acids, whole grains, and plenty of fruits and vegetables.
Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol: Which can strain the heart.

Sample Recipe: Baked Trout with Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice

Ingredients: Trout, broccoli, brown rice, garlic, lemon.
Directions: Bake the trout with lemon and garlic, and serve with steamed broccoli and brown rice.

What are the traditional treatments?

Balloon valvuloplasty: A procedure where a balloon is used to open the narrowed valve.

Surgery: In severe cases, valve replacement may be necessary.

Medications: To manage symptoms such as fluid retention.

What are the natural and alternative treatments?

Garlic: May help reduce blood pressure and support heart health.
Hawthorn: Known for its potential to improve circulation and heart function.

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