I'm really worried because my baby was born with a 3mm ASD and a 5mm VSD in their heart. Can you help me understand how risky this situation is for my baby?

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Risk depends on the location of the defect,weather it is locatetd in dominant or non dominant area and is it causing PAH etc., repeat 2D echo after 6 months of age and follow your doctors advice

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How much does VSD surgery cost and how long does the procedure usually take Also what's the success rate for this kind of surgery

cost depends on dr and hospital.

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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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My 1-month-old son was diagnosed with VSD and ASD. The report says he might need surgery or a device closure. Should we act on this right away or is it okay to wait a bit longer? What signs should we watch for if it gets worse?

If baby‚Äôs weight gain and oxygen levels are normal, wait; act if breathing, feeding, or heart symptoms worsen.

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