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Heart diseases in children are not rare. Research reveals congenital heart diseases in children or heart conditions at birth are the leading birth anomalies worldwide. Understanding the condition and its signs and seeking timely medical support can make all the difference in your child’s health and overall well being.
When it comes to your child’s heart, every beat matters
What is Pediatrics cardiology?
Pediatric cardiology is that field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases in children. Motherhood Hospitals has the best pediatric cardiologists who are specially trained and qualified to identify and treat heart conditions in children including hole in the heart for newborn baby and other heart issues
Knowing the risks and taking the right steps
Understanding heart conditions in children
2024 statistics reveal that more than 2 lakh children are born with congenital heart diseases (CHD) in India, every year. Some CHD conditions in children are not severe and need minimal treatment or attention. However, some CHD conditions require constant monitoring, treatment and may even require pediatric cardiac surgery over several years.
Common pediatric heart diseases
Some pediatric congenital heart diseases include:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Tricuspid Atresia
- Septal Defects
- Ebstein Anomaly
- Transportation of the Great Arteries
- Wolff Parkinson White syndrome
- Vascular rings
- Pulmonary valve stenosis
- Arrhythmias
- Heart murmurs
- Cardiomyopathies
- Rheumatic heart disease
- Pulmonary atresia and others
Congenital heart disease in babies symptoms: Every Parent should watch out for
Pediatric heart conditions can be detected as early as prenatal screenings and continue with post natal evaluations. Heart problem in child symptoms include:
- Discoloration of lips, tongue or fingernails. These areas may appear pale blue or grey.
- Swelling around areas under the eyes, belly, feet, ankles or legs
- Rapid breathing or shortness of breath.
- Early exhaustion
- Fainting
Your questions answered because no concern is too small
Can a child have a heart attack?
Although rare, children too can suffer from a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest. However, unlike adults, children usually do not experience heart attacks from clogged arteries. Heart attacks in children are more likely to occur in children with a pre existing heart condition or genetic disorder.
What is a hole in the heart for newborn baby?
A hole in the heart is a congenital defect. It occurs when there is a gap in the wall that separates the heart chambers. These holes in the heart walls may disrupt normal blood flow and may require pediatric cardiac surgery. However, some holes may be small and may close on their own.
Although the reason for hole in the heart is not particularly known, genetic factors or conditions during pregnancy like an infection can cause it.
Why parents trust Motherhood Hospitals for Pediatric heart care?
Motherhood Hospitals, the best pediatric cardiac care hospital in India offers complete cardiac care for children with the support of a multidisciplinary cardiac team, child-friendly facilities and advanced technology for accurate diagnostics and treatment. We have expert fetal cardiology services including early detection of heart abnormalities in the womb. At Motherhood Hospitals we provide integrated care for your child with our 24/7 NIC and PICU facilities and well qualified and highly experienced pediatric cardiology team.
Consult our team of specialists for expertise in children’s cardiology and tailored treatment. Schedule your appointment today.
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