[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” fullwidth=”on” specialty=”off” background_color=”#2ea3f2″ next_background_color=”#ffffff” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/utahchd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_80600128_teenagers_school_hallway_cropped_1127X300.jpg”][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label=”Hero Section” title=”Frequently Asked Questions” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” scroll_down_icon_size=”48px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Montserrat|on|||” title_font_size=”60px” title_line_height=”1.4em” content_font_size=”22px” content_line_height=”1.8em” subhead_font=”||||” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(224,189,114,0.76)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(224,195,134,0.45)” module_alignment=”left” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”16px” button_two_border_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_radius=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing=”2″ button_two_font=”Montserrat|||on|” button_two_use_icon=”off” button_two_text_color_hover=”#6eba01″ button_two_bg_color_hover=”#ffffff” button_two_border_color_hover=”#ffffff” button_two_border_radius_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”2″ custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”16px” button_one_bg_color=”#6eba01″ button_one_border_color=”#6eba01″ button_one_border_radius=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing=”2″ button_one_font=”Montserrat|||on|” button_one_use_icon=”off” button_one_text_color_hover=”#6eba01″ button_one_bg_color_hover=”#ffffff” button_one_border_color_hover=”#ffffff” button_one_border_radius_hover=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”2″ animation_style=”fade” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” image_orientation=”center” content_orientation=”center” button_two_icon_placement=”right” button_one_icon_placement=”right” title_level=”h2″ saved_tabs=”all” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” prev_background_color=”#2ea3f2″][et_pb_row admin_label=”Title Area” _builder_version=”3.0.89″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_2_font=”Alice||||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”42px” custom_margin=”||20px|” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”30%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#2a2a2a” show_divider=”on” divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ max_width=”50px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||10px|” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”30%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding=”15px||15px|” use_background_color_gradient_1=”off” use_background_color_gradient_2=”off” use_background_color_gradient_3=”on” background_color_gradient_start_1=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_start_2=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_start_3=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_end_1=”#53a0fe” background_color_gradient_end_2=”#53a0fe” background_color_gradient_end_3=”#53A0FE” background_color_gradient_direction_1=”243deg” background_color_gradient_direction_2=”243deg” background_color_gradient_direction_3=”243deg” _builder_version=”3.0.87″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”What is my expected life expectancy?” title=”What is my expected life expectancy?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
It varies greatly depending on the complexity of the heart disease. Please discuss with your pediatric cardiologist regarding the expected life expectancy of your specific lesion.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Will my child with CHD always have to see a cardiologist?” title=”Will my child with CHD always have to see a cardiologist?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
Yes, and once your child reaches adulthood, he\/she will transition over to a cardiologist who specializes in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD). Even after the repair, lifelong follow up is important.<\/p>\n
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Some kinds of heart disease may need a surgery or procedure in the future. Please discuss with your cardiologist regarding your child\u2019s specific kind of heart disease.<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#2a2a2a” show_divider=”on” divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ max_width=”50px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||10px|” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”30%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding=”15px||15px|” use_background_color_gradient_1=”off” use_background_color_gradient_2=”off” use_background_color_gradient_3=”on” background_color_gradient_start_1=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_start_2=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_start_3=”#3D72E7″ background_color_gradient_end_1=”#53a0fe” background_color_gradient_end_2=”#53a0fe” background_color_gradient_end_3=”#53A0FE” background_color_gradient_direction_1=”243deg” background_color_gradient_direction_2=”243deg” background_color_gradient_direction_3=”243deg” _builder_version=”3.0.87″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Puberty and physical growth affect my child with CHD?” title=”How will puberty and physical growth affect my child with CHD?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
In certain conditions, puberty may be delayed and growth affected. This depends on a variety of factors. Your cardiologist will be able to answer this question.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Am I able to get my driver’s license?” title=”Am I able to get my driver’s license?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
Most patients with CHD are able to obtain driver\u2019s license. However, there may be some restrictions. Your cardiologist will be able to address this question and also fill out the required DMV form.<\/p>\n
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In most cases, yes.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Where can we find healthy tips for living with CHD?” title=”Where can we find healthy tips for living with CHD?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_color_all=”#1e1584″ border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
Please discuss this with your pediatric cardiologist.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Is it safe to play competitive sports?” title=”Is it safe to play competitive sports?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_color_all=”#1e1584″ border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
Yes, for the most part. However there may be certain restrictions especially with contact sports and competitive sports. This depends on the complexity of the heart disease, the specific kind of heart disease, and your current heart status. Please discuss with your cardiologist the specifics of the restrictions, if any.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Are there driving restrictions for people with CHD?” title=”Are there driving restrictions for people with CHD?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_color_all=”#1e1584″ border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
Most patients with CHD are able to obtain driver\u2019s license. However, there may be some restrictions. Your cardiologist will be able to address this question and also fill out the required DMV form.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Safe to have children\/get pregnant?” title=”Is it safe to have children\/get pregnant? What’s the risk of passing on CHD to baby, if so?” icon_color=”#535B7C” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”470px” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ header_font=”Nunito Sans|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#535b7c” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”16px” body_text_color=”#959baf” background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|4px|4px|4px|4px” border_width_top=”6px” border_color_top=”#3D72E7″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||6%|” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(34,56,101,0.12)” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n
There may be some risks involved with pregnancy. You will work with a cardiologist who specializes in pregnancy and heart disease closely before, during, and after pregnancy.\u00a0 The risk of having a child with heart disease if the mother has CHD is about 3-5%.<\/p>\n
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Age appropriate education is important. The older your child gets he can learn more and eventually take ownership of his\/her own health.<\/p>\n
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There are several support groups available. Our social worker can help you with this.<\/p>\n
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Our social worker can help with this issue.<\/p>\n
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Our pediatric cardiology program at PCH has a full time social worker dedicated to cardiology. Please contact your cardiologist\u2019s office for details.<\/p>\n
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Calling your insurance company would be a good first step.<\/p>\n
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You can generally be followed by your pediatric cardiologist until the age of 18-21, and sometimes longer.<\/p>\n
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Yes, in most cases.<\/p>\n
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Age appropriate education is important. As your child gets older, he\/she should be encouraged to take more and more ownership of his\/her health.<\/p>\n
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You will transition to a cardiologist who specializes in Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD).<\/p>\n
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Generally between the ages of 18 and 21, sometimes later depending on individual needs.<\/p>\n
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Yes, but it is good to follow with the same cardiologist who is familiar with your child\u2019s history. Occasionally in urgent situations he\/she may see the next available cardiologist.<\/p>\n
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Depends on your specific heart disease. Please discuss this with your cardiologist regarding recommendations for sedation, anesthesia, antibiotic prophylaxis, etc.<\/p>\n
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It is safe for the most part, barring some exceptions. Please discuss this question with your pediatric cardiologist.<\/p>\n
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There is evidence that bad air quality has adverse health effects. Most children can tolerate altitude barring some exceptions. Please discuss this question with your pediatric cardiologist.<\/p>\n
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