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hi My son was born 6 days ago with an ectopic heartbeat,It seemed to be every second heart beat was irregular but after reviewing the holter monitor results it seems the irregular beat is a series of smaller ones.Blood is still circulating properly and he is otherwise normal have any of you doctors seen this before and what was the outcome.He is still being monitored to gather more info
The ectopics seem to be benign as they are common in new borns .However your son needs to be under supervision for the time being Please share the info as it comes
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What Causes Ectopic Heartbeat?
Hello there I understand your concern The ectopics seem to be benign as they are common in new borns .However your son needs to be under supervision for the time being Please share the info as it comes Hope for the best