There is a link between atypical heart sounds and atrial fibrillation. People with this condition have an irregular, disorganized heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation is a serious type of arrhythmia, which ...

Lubb-dupp. Lubb-dupp. Those are the words that health care professionals often use to mimic the sound of your heartbeat. That steady, regular sound is made by your heart valves opening and closing as ...

When it comes to heart function, anything that deviates from normal behavior is cause for concern, especially if you’re at risk of heart disease. One of the most common "abnormal" behaviors is a heart ...

An aortic stenosis murmur is an unusual sound the heart makes due to a narrowing of the aortic heart valve. The narrowed heart valve restricts blood flow from the heart, which can create a murmur.

Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MDMedically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD A Still’s murmur is an abnormal heartbeat ...

Detecting a heart murmur on your own can be tricky. A murmur is an extra heart sound that can be heard by a stethoscope. Sometimes, a murmur sounds like a humming sound, which can be faint or loud. It ...

If your heart is beating abnormally, you may wonder whether you're experiencing heart palpitations or a heart murmur. Here's ...

Two of my older dogs have heart murmurs that, while noted by the vet during each visit, have not required a serious intervention. That said, I'm also careful to keep their diet healthy, ensure ...

Not all heart murmurs in dogs indicate a serious problem. Some are completely harmless or benign. Credit: Braastad family photo So, your veterinarian tells you during a wellness exam that your dog has ...