Paxil Tricuspid Atresia
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When a tricuspid valve has not developed, either entirely or partially in the human heart, this is a heart disease known as tricuspid atresia. It is a defect where blood flow from a child's heart right atrium to the right ventricle cannot occur, causing a lack of oxygen to be distributed properly by the blood when it is picked up and transported from the lungs. Tricuspid atresia may be fatal if left untreated. Studies suggest that Paxil® and alike medications (if taken by the pregnant mother) may increase an infant’s chance of developing tricuspid atresia.
Tricuspid Atresia Symptoms
Tricuspid atresia can affect newborn children within a few hours of being born. The symptoms of tricuspid atresia include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Breathing rapidly
- Dyspnea or a shortness of the breath
- Stunted growth and body development problems
- The tendency for a child to become easily fatigued or lose energy
- Heart disease or failure
- Fingers and toes become clubbed
- Cyanosis or when the skin becomes blue or otherwise discolored
If your child is experiencing any one of these symptoms contact your physician right away. Life expectancy is high and the prognosis for recovery is positive. Your child might require over the counter medications and/or surgery.
Early treatment will help prevent potential complications, including hypoxemia (a condition caused by lack of oxygen to the tissues) and polycythemia (increased red blood cell count).
Tricuspid Atresia Causes
Research shows that tricuspid atresia affects approximately five of every 100,000 babies born. The condition develops during fetal growth. The exact cause of tricuspid atresia is unknown in many cases. However, some infants have an increased risk of developing the condition. Some risk factors include exposure to Down syndrome, exposed to too much alcohol during fetal development and a mother who could not properly control her diabetes while pregnant.
Paxil® Birth Defects
Studies also suggest a link between this heart defect and certain medications, including Paxil®. If you took Paxil® during your pregnancy and your child was born with a birth defect, you may be able to seek compensation for your pain and suffering. For more information, contact our Paxil® lawyers.
