Cardiologist Warns: 5 Signs Your Child’s Asthma May Be Heart Trouble

Most people think heart trouble is for old folks only. That is a dangerous mistake. On February 17, 2026, Dr. Prashant Patil from CARE Hospitals dropped some scary truths. He says heart disease in kids is often missed early on. Parents think it is just a cold or a phase. By the time they find out, the heart is already in big trouble. You have to watch for silent clues that look like normal weakness.

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The first big sign is breathing. If your kid gets winded just playing a little, pay attention. It might look like asthma or a bad cough at night. But if they struggle to breathe even while resting, that is a red flag. Second, look at their energy. If your child sits down while friends keep running, they are not just shy. Their heart might be too weak to pump enough blood. This is often brushed off as just a “lack of stamina.”

Third, check how they eat and grow. Babies who sweat while drinking milk or gain weight slowly are in danger. A poor appetite in a toddler might mean their heart is working too hard. Fourth is the color of their skin. Bluish lips or fingernails mean the body is low on oxygen. This shows up most when they cry or run around. Never ignore a blue tint on a child. Fifth is a “murmur” or weird heart sound. Doctors find these during check-ups. Most are fine, but some mean the heart walls have holes.

Dr. Patil says catching these signs early saves lives. Don't wait for your kid to collapse. If they fall behind their peers or look pale, get a scan. Heart issues in children are rare but they are real. Many parents miss these signs until it is an advanced stage. Watch the feeding, the breathing, and the skin color. A quick trip to a pediatric cardiologist can fix most of these problems if caught in time. Keep your eyes open.

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