10 Heart Murmur Symptoms
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8. Shortness of Breath During Exertion
While some shortness of breath is normal during intense activities, it’s important to know when this is dangerous. When the shortness of breath is coupled with dizziness, heart murmurs and chest pains, it can indicate a cardiovascular issue.
Shortness of breath is caused when there’s not enough oxygen circulating through the body. The body still needs to work at full capacity, however. When a patient with an abnormal murmur participates in intense activities, they may feel excessive shortness of breath during exercise.
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