What are the common causes of mitral stenosis?
Disease description:
My father's heart has never been in good condition. Recently, he was diagnosed with mitral valve stenosis. I would like to know what are the common causes of mitral valve stenosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xin
Mitral stenosis is a common type of heart valve disease with various common causes. Rheumatic fever is the most common cause of mitral stenosis, especially repeated infections with streptococcus, which can cause valve fibrosis, atrophy, and adhesion, leading to stenosis. Other important causes include connective tissue diseases (such as systemic lupus erythematosus and scleroderma), senile calcification of the mitral annulus or subannular region, and congenital abnormalities of mitral valve development. Mitral stenosis commonly occurs in middle-aged and elderly women and often presents with symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and hemoptysis. As the condition progresses, symptoms may gradually worsen. Regarding treatment, individuals who are asymptomatic generally do not require specific treatment, while those with severe disease need medication and surgical intervention. The above information is based on content published on the official website of Youlai Doctor, an authoritative medical resource.
