Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know why I've been feeling discomfort in my heart. Although I take medication to control it, the effect is not obvious. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they also prescribed medication. Could you please tell me what treatment methods are available for a 15mm atrial septal defect in children?Doctor's answer:
Premature infants, due to the underdeveloped growth of their hearts, may have atrial septal defects that are relatively normal after birth. If the scar extent is 15 millimeters, the condition is not considered very severe. As the child grows, there is a possibility of spontaneous healing. It is important to enhance care, ensure balanced nutrition, and prevent colds and flu. Regular health check-ups should be conducted for follow-up. If the defect does not heal on its own, a specialist doctor should determine the appropriate timing for surgical intervention based on the actual condition. The condition is treatable.