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Can a 3 mm hole in a baby's heart close on its own?

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Hi doctor,

I had twins, a baby boy and a girl. They were born at 34 weeks. The baby girl is doing fine. The baby boy had lung surfactant issues but is fine now. However, after an echo test, the doctor mentioned that there is a 3 mm hole in his heart. He says it is normal and should close naturally.

Please advise me. I am worried.
Answered by Dr. Muhammad Zohaib

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Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

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Hi,

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Yes, your doctor is correct. Usually, ventricular septal defects, especially if they are small and muscular, close on their own over time. If there are no symptoms such as turning blue or black, difficulty breathing, or recurrent chest infections, there is nothing to worry about. Just wait and watch. It is advisable to do an echo every year to monitor the progress. You can consult me with the echocardiography report for further guidance.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At December 21, 2018
Reviewed At November 11, 2024

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Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

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Education:

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

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