ventricular septal defects

What Are the Symptoms of VSD?

Symptoms vary depending on the size of the defect and the amount of blood shunting. Small VSDs may be asymptomatic, while larger ones can cause:
Poor feeding and failure to thrive
Rapid breathing or breathlessness
Frequent respiratory infections
Fatigue
Swelling in legs, abdomen, or areas around the eyes

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