11/19/2025
๐ซ What Does It Mean to Have a Heart Murmur?
A heart murmur isnโt a disease โ itโs a sound your heart makes when blood flows through your valves. โค๏ธ
Sometimes murmurs are completely harmless, especially in children and young adults. But as we age, certain murmurs can signal changes in the heart valvesโmost commonly the aortic or mitral valvesโthat may need closer attention.
At Cross County Cardiology, we use echocardiograms (heart ultrasounds) to check for valve problems like aortic stenosis, where the valve narrows over time and affects blood flow. Early detection is keyโmany people donโt notice symptoms until the condition becomes advanced.
If youโve ever been told you have a murmur, itโs worth following up. Regular heart exams and imaging can help catch issues early and protect your heart health for years to come.
๐ Learn more about heart valve care and screening: https://crosscountycardiology.com