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- 10/05/2022
Are kids born of diabetic mothers at heart risk?
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Pregnant women with elevated blood sugar levels may increase the risk of blood vessel dysfunction and congenital heart defects in the child
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Answered 04/07/2025
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Children born to mothers with diabetes can have an increased risk of certain heart problems, especially if the mother's blood sugar levels were not well controlled during pregnancy. High blood sugar can affect the baby's development, including the heart.
Key points to understand:
- Congenital heart defects: Babies of diabetic mothers have a higher chance of being born with heart defects.
- Long-term risks: There may be a slightly increased risk of heart issues later in life, but this depends on many factors including lifestyle and genetics.
- Importance of control: Good blood sugar control during pregnancy greatly reduces these risks.
If you have concerns, discussing them with a healthcare provider or a specialist in maternal-fetal medicine can provide personalized advice and monitoring to ensure the best outcomes for both mother and child.
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View allMy one-year-old has a heart condition with a hole, about 104 mm in size. He weighs 7 kg, but his birth weight was 2 kg, and I'm worried because it seems like he's not gaining weight as he should for his age. Can you help me understand what's going on and what we can do about it?
Based on the information provided, it seems like your child has a congenital heart defect with a hole in the heart. In this case, the treatment usually involves medications to manage symptoms and sometimes surgical intervention may be necessary. One common medication used to manage heart conditions in children is **Digoxin**. The usual dosage for a child with a heart condition is 20-35 micrograms per kg per day, divided into 3 doses. It is important to consult with a pediatric cardiologist for a proper evaluation and treatment plan tailored to your child's specific condition. Regular follow-up visits are crucial to monitor your child's growth and heart health.
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I'm really worried about my 14-month-old baby who has been diagnosed with a hole in the heart. Can you please offer advice or guidance on what steps we should take next? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
The treatment for this condition usually depends on the size and location of the hole. In some cases, the hole may close on its own over time. However, if the hole is large or causing symptoms, medication such as Digoxin and surgery may be required. Please consult with a pediatric cardiologist for a proper evaluation and treatment plan.
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I'm really worried about my 15-day-old baby's diagnosis of a hole in the heart, specifically VSD. It's strange that no scan picked it up earlier. The doctor mentioned waiting a couple of months, and if it doesn't close on its own, we might have to consider surgery. I'm really anxious about the future and the potential complications from surgery. Is there any alternative to surgery we should be considering? I'm looking for some guidance here.
The advice is appropriate.As per the echo the location of this defect usually does not close by itself. However the size of defect is not considerable...we have to wait for a few months or years...keep reviewing symptoms and repeat echo and then decide about need and timing of surgery. Even surgery if needed in present times the outcomes are very good.So don't worry from now. For further clarification
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