I’m also 35 years old, workout consistently , and eat mostly Whole Foods .

I was diagnosed at age 34 with MVR and was told the same. It was mild at the time. I would go every two years for a check up. Knowing the symptoms I made sure I made the best lifestyle choices to lessen the symptoms and feel good. I trust my cardiologist whom I still see so when he told me the same thing I trusted his expertise and got on with life. At age 57 I had my first Afib episode so started seeing my cardiologist more often. Every 3-4 months staying on top whatever tests were necessary. The Afib continued so I had an ablation in 5/2023. Best choice I made. I’m now 65 and have just went to moderate on my MVR a few years ago. I still feel good and continue to get the necessary tests to be sure we catch it early if I get in the severe range. I workout but I stay away from certain exercises that put too much strain on a person with MVR. If you are still unsure how you feel about it, get a second opinion. Best wishes to you on this journey.

Hello @oligarcia, I combined your discussion with an existing discussion posted by @mikena, titled:

"mitral valve regurgitation"
- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mitral-valve-regurgitation/

I did this so you could meet other members who have been recently diagnosed or have shared their experiences going through the initial stages of being diagnosed. @tsc, @catsunn, and @saganjames shared their stories and may be able to speak to how they handled their initial diagnosis.

@oligarcia, you mentioned you are still active and eat healthy, are these activities that your current provider said you should continue with? Were any symptoms discussed that needed to be addressed if they grow worse?