Question
Newborns experiencing difficulty breathing and excessive sweating may be related to heart problems, particularly congenital septal defect. What symptoms can indicate that an infant has this condition?
Answer
The symptoms of congenital septal defect can vary depending on the size of the defect and the amount of blood flow. In cases of small defects with low blood flow, symptoms may be subtle. However, if the defect is larger and the blood flow is greater, patients may experience developmental delay, palpitations, shortness of breath after activity, recurrent pulmonary infections, severe respiratory distress, and left heart failure. Congenital septal defect is a congenital disease with no effective preventive methods, but early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.