Benign Arrhythmia

[bbycswt]

I am 35 weeks pregnant and until now everything has been going great. Yesturday  I had a routine prenatal visit just like all the ones before. My son's heart rate was always strong and regular. But now she noticed an arrhythmia (My son's heart is skipping a beat). She sent me to the hospital to get an ultrasound done and they heard it too. Doctors are telling me that it is benign and will probably clear up before birth, but should I be worried? If it doesn't clear up like they say, what are the long term effects it could have on my son? Could this possibly be fatal? Is there anything I might have done that could have caused this?

[mabebesc]

Hi bbycswt,

I agree with Momto3-there is absolutely nothing you did to cause the arrythmia.  It sounds like they have everything under control.  They are telling you this is benign which would is very reasssuring .  If you're still concerned, you could talk to your OB/GYN and ask if you could speak to a pediatric cardiologist just for your own peace of mind.  I'm betting they'll tell you it's nothing serious too.

[Momto3]

Hi bbycswt,

You are not responsible for your baby's arrythmia. Don't give that a second thought.  Arrythmias are very common, so trust the doctors and continue to take good care of yourself and your little one.  I'm not a doctor, but I don't think what's going on is serious. Take care and if you're still concerned, talk it over with your OB.