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      • A septal perforation develops as a result of reduced blood supply to the septum, which causes the cartilage to die. A number of factors can cause this reduction in blood supply, including: Nose fracture or other trauma to the nose Sickness Inflammation Infection
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  3. www.bhf.org.uk › conditions › atrial-septal-defectAtrial septal defect - BHF - British Heart Foundation

    An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the atrial septum, the wall between the two upper chambers of the heart (atria). It’s a type of congenital heart disease, which means it is something you are born with. An ASD can happen on its own or with other types of congenital heart disease.

  4. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › atrialAtrial septal defect (ASD) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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    An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a heart condition that you're born with. That means it's a congenital heart defect. People with an ASDhave a hole between the upper heart chambers. The hole increases the amount of blood going through the lungs. Small atrial septal defects might be found by chance and never cause a concern. Others might close during...

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    A baby born with an atrial septal defect (ASD) may not have symptoms. Symptoms may begin in adulthood. Atrial septal defect symptoms may include: 1. Shortness of breath, especially when exercising. 2. Tiredness, especially with activity. 3. Swelling of the legs, feet or belly area. 4. Irregular heartbeats, also called arrhythmias. 5. Skipped heartb...

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    The cause of atrial septal defect is not clear. The problem affects the structure of the heart. It happens as the baby's heart is forming during pregnancy. The following may play a role in the cause of congenital heart defects such as atrial septal defect: 1. Changes in genes. 2. Some medical conditions. 3. Certain medicines. 4. Smoking. 5. Alcohol...

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    Atrial septal defect (ASD) occurs as the baby's heart is forming during pregnancy. It is a congenital heart defect. Things that may increase a baby's risk of atrial septal defect or other heart problems present at birth include: 1. German measles, also called rubella, during the first few months of pregnancy. 2. Diabetes. 3. Lupus. 4. Alcohol or to...

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    A small atrial septal defect might never cause any concern. Small atrial septal defects often close during infancy. Larger atrial septal defects can cause serious complications, including: 1. Right-sided heart failure. 2. Irregular heartbeats, called arrhythmias. 3. Stroke. 4. Early death. 5. High blood pressure in the lung arteries, called pulmona...

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    Because the cause of atrial septal defect (ASD) is not clear, prevention may not be possible. But getting good prenatal care is important. If you were born with an ASD, make an appointment for a health checkup before becoming pregnant. During this visit: 1. Talk about current health conditions and medicines.It's important to closely control diabete...

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  5. www.topdoctors.co.uk › medical-dictionary › nasalWhat is a perforated nasal septum? - Top Doctors

    Jul 7, 2015 · The main feature of a perforated nasal septum is a hole in the septum which can vary in size (less than 1cm to more than 2cm). Sometimes you might not be aware of a perforated nasal septum, especially if you haven’t experienced any symptoms. Symptoms can include: Nose pain; Headache; Nosebleeds; Wheezing when breathing through the nose

  6. www.verywellhealth.com › atrial-septal-defect-asdAtrial Septal Defect (ASD) Explained - Verywell Health

    Jan 22, 2023 · The defect in ASD is a hole in the atrial septum, which is the muscular wall that separates the right atrium and left atrium. In a normal heart, the right side pumps blood poor in oxygen and the left side pumps blood that has been oxygenated.

  7. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesAtrial Septal Defect (ASD): Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

    Jul 15, 2022 · An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect that involves a hole in the atrial septum. This is the muscular wall that separates the two upper chambers (atria) of the heart. Small ASDs usually don’t need treatment.

  8. www.entuk.org › patients › conditionsSeptal perforation - ENT UK

    Jan 30, 2024 · What causes a hole in the nasal septum? There are a number of causes that can create a hole in the nose. Traumatic causes. Physical damage and trauma come in many forms. This is the most common cause of a septal perforation (39%).

  9. www.leedsth.nhs.uk › patients › resourcesAtrial Septal Defect – percutaneous (keyhole) closure

    Aug 6, 2024 · Secundum ASD. This is the most common ASD, affecting around 90% of people with ASD’s. It is caused when part of the atrial septum does not close whilst the heart is developing. This results in a hole in the middle of the wall separating the two atria.