I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse several years ago. Never have had to take any medication for it up until this past January. My cardiologist gave me lisonpril to take when I need it. For the past 4 weeks, I have had to take it everyday and still doesnt entirely stop the palpitations. When it really gets bad, it gives me the urge to cough. Is this to me expected with MVP?
Hello. Welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your question. I understand your concern. First, I suppose your doctor also informed you that lisinopril does not exert such effect like lowering the heart rate, thus reducing the palpitations. Also, lisinopril and other Prius can cause Chat Doctor.  I am assuming you had high blood pressure and that is why your doctor prescribed lisinopril. In this point that we are standing, I would recommend you to do an EKG, to clear what these palpitations are; an echocardiogram to re-evaluate your mitral valve prolapse and if it is causing mitral regurgitation (returning of the blood through the mitral valve during systole, when it is normally shut) and, if so, what grade is it and does it correlate with symptoms; also, a 24-hour Holder rhythm registration, to see how often the palpitations do happen during a day. It is only when these tests are performed, you can discuss treatment strategies with your curing doctor. I hope I was helpful with my answer. Feel free to contact me again. Best regards,