Obvious murmurs

What does "Obvious murmurs" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Obvious murmurs" in a medical context refers to sounds that a doctor can clearly hear when listening to a patient's heart or blood vessels. These sounds are not the normal "lub-dub" heartbeat sounds, but additional noises that can sometimes indicate a problem. They can be caused by a variety of issues, such as blood flowing through a narrowed or leaking heart valve. However, not all murmurs are a sign of disease; some are harmless and occur in healthy people.

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