Tricuspid regurgitation (TR) means the valve between the right upper and lower heart chambers doesn’t seal, so blood sloshes backward. Mild cases are silent; significant leaks shout through veins and energy levels.
Swelling is the star. Ankles, feet, or even the belly puff up as blood backs up into the body’s veins.
Fast heart beat or fluttering is common. You feel a pounding in the neck or chest when you climb stairs or carry groceries.
Easy fatigue shows up next. Legs feel heavy, and you need to sit after light activity.
Neck veins throb. A visible pulse beats in the side of the neck even when you’re sitting still.
Late signs include liver pain under the right ribs, sudden weight gain from fluid, or blue lips—an alarm that the right heart is failing.
| Symptom | What You See | Quick Check |
|---|---|---|
| Swell | Ankles, feet, belly | Press skin |
| Beat | Neck or chest pound | Climb test |
| Tired | Heavy legs, need rest | Track steps |
| Veins | Neck pulse visible | Sit still |
| Liver | Right rib ache | Press under ribs |
| Late | Weight gain, blue lips | Daily scale |