Can heart patients give birth naturally?

Patient's question:

Doctor, hello. I want to know if it's possible for me to have natural labor with premature beats in my heart? I have over 17,000 premature beats in 24 hours. I've had tests that show no myocarditis or viral myocarditis, and an echocardiogram of the heart also showed no problems. The obstetrician prescribed Propranolol hydrochloride tablets and Adenosine disodium tablets (medication for premature beats), but the cardiologist suggested I don't need to take them, as they might affect the baby. This is because my premature beats might be benign and not cause much interference to the body. Could I skip taking them?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, pregnancy and childbirth can increase the burden on the heart, so severe heart disease is best avoided during pregnancy to prevent harm to the health of both the mother and child. It is recommended to undergo a cardiac function test and consult the examining doctor to determine if your condition is suitable for pregnancy. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular routine, take precautions against cold and warmth, consume light and soft foods in daily diet, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of hot water to ensure that the condition does not worsen.

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