Sign And Symptoms Of Congenital Atresia Stenosis Of Aorta
Pulmonary atresia - intact ventricular septum; PA/IVS
Symptoms
Symptoms usually occur in the first few hours of life, although it may take up to a few days.
Symptoms may include:
- Bluish colored skin (cyanosis)
- Fast breathing
- Fatigue
- Poor eating habits (babies may get tired while nursing or sweat during feedings)
- Shortness of breath
Signs and tests
The health care provider will use a stethoscope to listen to the heart and lungs. Persons with a PDA have a heart murmur that can be heard...
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