How should a 2-year-old child who had heart surgery be cared for to prevent the disease from progressing?

(Ms. Huynh Thanh Tuyen, 31 years old, residing in Long Binh ward, Bien Hoa city)

Doctor replied:

Hello!

Your child has had surgery for tetralogy of Fallot and is currently diagnosed with 1/4 tricuspid regurgitation. We would like to inform you as follows: 1/4 tricuspid regurgitation is a mild condition. This level of tricuspid regurgitation usually does not cause serious health effects and does not require a second surgery, unless there are complications or the condition progresses to a more severe stage. Your child's heart cannot "repair itself," but with good monitoring and care, your child can live a normal, healthy life.

To prevent disease progression, you should note:

- Regular check-ups: Take all medication and take your baby for check-ups as scheduled by the doctor to monitor heart function and detect any problems early.

- Nutrition: Make sure your baby eats enough, nutritious and scientific food.

- Physical activity: Encourage your baby to exercise gently, avoiding excessive physical activity.

- Regular dental care to prevent complications of infective endocarditis.

- Disease prevention: Get vaccinated according to the vaccination schedule to prevent diseases caused by viruses and bacteria.

Wish your baby always healthy and grow well!

Specialist Doctor 1 Mai Xuan Tam,

Department of Pediatrics, Au Co Hospital