New Parent How You Can Recognize a Congenital Heart Defect
By Child Heart Foundation - June 17, 2020
Congenital heart defects are the most common type of birth defect globally, affecting nearly one in 100 births every year. It’s important for parents to know the warning signs of heart defects that may appear in their baby’s first months of life. Knowing these symptoms can help parents bring them to the attention of their child’s doctor for further evaluation.
Specifically the symptoms of Congenital Heart Disease includes
Blue tinge to the skin(cyanosis) | Rapid breathing | Rapid Heartbeat |
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Swelling in legs, tummy and around eyes | Shortness of breathe in babies during feeding | Excessive Sweating |
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Dizziness or fainting | Tiring quickly upon exertion |
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If you have any questions about CHD please write to us connect@childheartfoundation.com
Original Source: https://www.chfed.org.uk/
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