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Medical Conditions - Heart Defect

Any defect in the structure of the heart or its valves is called heart defect. These defects are often present at birth, so they are called congenital heart defects or CHD. The common signs and symptoms of a heart defect are bluish discoloration of the lips, breathing problems, sleepiness, and tiredness.

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Can heart ablation result in scar tissue?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Ablation treats atrial fibrillation, but anticoagulants are continued for a long. Please let me know if a scar was found on the MRI.

How to treat pneumococcal pneumonia in elderly people?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your father’s heart is weak, as indicated by his low ejection fraction.

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Could persistent right chest pain be heart-related?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

Can a patient with a septal heart defect travel abroad for surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It seems she has a septal defect with Eisenmenger syndrome. She should continue taking these medicines.

Can elderly diabetics survive aortic dissection surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a complex situation, and more information would be required for further advice.

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Is polydactyly hereditary?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your query. Polydactyly (extra finger) is usually autosomal dominant, but it could be autosomal recessive in some cases.

Can HMPV worsen heart problems?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is certainly a worrying situation when a child has HMPV (human metapneumovirus) and cardiac shunts.

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Which heart conditions require cardiac catheterization?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Thanks for sharing those details.

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How to manage oxygen levels in babies with a heart defect?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Oxygen levels dropping differently: The baby with the heart defect may have poor oxygenation, leading to more significant drops.

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