Question 1

I'm really worried about my baby boy who has been diagnosed with a PM VSD hole that's 3.5 mm. Is this considered a big issue or not? I'm trying to understand how these measurements are categorizedis 3.5 mm small, moderate, large, or very large? Also, does this mean he'll need open heart surgery for sure, or could it close on its own as he grows? If surgery ends up being necessary, are there options other than open heart surgery that are less invasive? Would love some guidance on this.

Accepted Answer

Information provided is no adequate to answer,ideally if it is causing any cyanotic spells or pulmonary edema or PAH then Surgical correction is required which is not always open heart syurgery,if there are no such symptoms,repeat 2D echo after 6 months and check the status

Question 2

I'm really worried about my daughter. She fainted while running and we just found out she has a hole in her heart. I'm wondering, what kind of treatment options are out there for this sort of thing? Do you think homoeopathy could actually help since it's supposed to treat many surgical cases? Or will she definitely need surgery to fix it?

Accepted Answer

The treatment options for a hole in the heart, also known as atrial septal defect (ASD) or ventricular septal defect (VSD), depend on the size of the hole and the symptoms it is causing. In many cases, especially if the hole is small and not causing significant symptoms, no treatment may be necessary as the hole may close on its own over time. However, if the hole is large or causing symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, or recurrent respiratory infections, treatment may be needed. Surgery is often required to repair a significant hole in the heart. The surgical procedure involves closing the hole with a patch or stitches to prevent blood from flowing abnormally between the heart chambers. In some cases, a minimally invasive procedure called cardiac catheterization may be performed to close the hole using a device inserted through a blood vessel. While homoeopathy may help manage symptoms associated with a hole in the heart, it is not considered a primary treatment for structural heart defects like ASD or VSD. It is important to consult with a cardiologist or pediatric cardiologist to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your daughter's condition.

Question 3

my 55-day-old baby has been diagnosed with an 8mm vsd should we be considering surgery for this or is there another way to manage it

Accepted Answer

For a 55-day-old baby with an 8mm ventricular septal defect (VSD), the decision of whether to proceed with surgery or other management strategies depends on the baby's individual health status and the specific characteristics of the VSD. Surgery may be recommended if the VSD is causing significant symptoms, such as heart failure, or if the baby is not growing adequately, despite medical management. If the VSD is small and the baby is otherwise healthy, surgery might be delayed or even not needed, with regular follow-up and potentially medication to manage any symptoms.

I'm able to feel my son's heartbeat just by placing my hand on his chest. He's 3 years old and usually very active, but we don't notice this with anyone else in our family, not even our 8-month-old daughter. Should we be concerned about this?

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