Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to valvular heart disease:

1. Do I have any type of valvular heart disease?
   
   
2. Which of my valves is affected? What does this mean?
   
   
3. Am I taking any medications that may be causing this condition? Could an underlying medical problem be responsible?
   
   
4. Do you recommend any surgeries or medications to correct my problem? Why do you feel this is the best course of action?
   
   
5. How invasive would corrective surgery be? Why is/isn't this a good option for me?
   
   
6. Are there any recent treatment breakthroughs in this area that I may benefit from?
   
   
7. Are there any lifestyle changes I can make that could improve my condition?
   
   
8. Are there any activities I should not engage in?
   
   
9. Does valvular heart disease prevent me from becoming pregnant? Could it cause complications if I am already pregnant?