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What Is The Big Heart Condition In A Child At Birth Mean?

When I was born, my parents have told me that, my heart was to big in proportion to my body.I didnt hav to go throug a sergery, I just got some medicins, and after 3 weeks I could leave the hospital. My question is: what is what I discribed called (what is the diagnose)?
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
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Hi Welcome to Healthcare magic,

I understand your query and concern.

The diagnosis could be Cardiomegaly or Dilated cardiomyopathy.

I advise you to get a 2 Dimensional Echo cardiography of your heart immediately to confirm the diagnosis.

A routine ECG,lipid profile ,chest x ray will help for evaluation.

Once the diagnosis is confirmed,depending on heart parameters like Ejection fraction,blood pressure,heart rate the treatment options can be framed out.

Avoid strenuous activities.

Avoid smoking or alcoholo if any,

Report to emergency if you have symptoms like Shortness of breath,chest pain or dizziness.

Consult your cardiologist for expert management.

Post your further queries if any,

Thank you.
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What Is The Big Heart Condition In A Child At Birth Mean?

Hi Welcome to Healthcare magic, I understand your query and concern. The diagnosis could be Cardiomegaly or Dilated cardiomyopathy. I advise you to get a 2 Dimensional Echo cardiography of your heart immediately to confirm the diagnosis. A routine ECG,lipid profile ,chest x ray will help for evaluation. Once the diagnosis is confirmed,depending on heart parameters like Ejection fraction,blood pressure,heart rate the treatment options can be framed out. Avoid strenuous activities. Avoid smoking or alcoholo if any, Report to emergency if you have symptoms like Shortness of breath,chest pain or dizziness. Consult your cardiologist for expert management. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.