A 14-year-old female asked:
is it dangerous for a newborn to have a valvular heart disease? what happen to the child then?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Diane Minich answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
Discuss with doctor: There are a number of valvular problems some of which are more serious than others. Without knowing all the details and the patient i cannot give you more information. You need to talk to the newborn"s doctor if hjppa will allow you to.
Answered on Apr 10, 2013
Dr. Creighton Wright answered
56 years experience General Surgery
Varies: There are some very serious and need emergent surgery.
Others may be followed and stabilize or resolve with patient growth.
Answered on Apr 10, 2013
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Dr. Maureen Mays answered
Specializes in Clinical Lipidology
Depends: Depends on which valve and on what type of problem. Ask you doctor to clearly explain what type of valvular heart disease, what treatment may be need ... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Dan Fisher answered
27 years experience Internal Medicine
Yes and no: There are four valves in the heart and a variety of disorders may affect each. Many are benign, but some are progressive and fatal. Specifics will d ... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Dan Fisher answered
27 years experience Internal Medicine
See your doctor.: There are four separate valves in the heart and they may each be diseased in a variety of ways. The treatment varies according to the specific defect ... Read More
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Rick Koch answered
22 years experience Cardiology
No: Exceedingly rare for cad. Valvular issues are also uncommon & if suspected you should undergo an echocardiogram.
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