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What are the treatment options for newborn heart problems?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My newborn has been diagnosed with heart-related issues. Could you please help me understand the severity and suggest potential treatment options?

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Isaac Gana is a well-experienced Cardiologist with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiovascular diseases. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac care through advanced diagnostic techniques, preventive strategies, and evidence-based treatments. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Gana emphasizes early detection, lifestyle modification, and personalized therapies to improve heart health and overall well-being.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am sorry to hear about your child's heart condition. Congenital heart disease is relatively common in children. To assess the severity, could you provide more details about the exact condition the doctor has diagnosed? That way, I can guide you on the best possible management.

Take care.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I am sharing the 2D echocardiogram report.

Please suggest.

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Isaac Gana is a well-experienced Cardiologist with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiovascular diseases. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac care through advanced diagnostic techniques, preventive strategies, and evidence-based treatments. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Gana emphasizes early detection, lifestyle modification, and personalized therapies to improve heart health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed the attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your child has a ventricular septal defect of small to medium size, which is a hole in the lower part of the heart. I typically do not prescribe any medications to children at an early age. Surgery may be considered later in life if symptoms develop. There is no need to worry.

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reach out in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana
Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At May 30, 2017
Reviewed At February 27, 2026

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Isaac Gana is a well-experienced Cardiologist with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiovascular diseases. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac care through advanced diagnostic techniques, preventive strategies, and evidence-based treatments. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Gana emphasizes early detection, lifestyle modification, and personalized therapies to improve heart health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Isaac Gana is a well-experienced Cardiologist with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiovascular diseases. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac care through advanced diagnostic techniques, preventive strategies, and evidence-based treatments. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Gana emphasizes early detection, lifestyle modification, and personalized therapies to improve heart health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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