9 year old girl dies of heart attack in delhi (Credits: X)
\n\nThe sudden death of a 9-year-old girl at a school in Delhi's Mayur Vihar has raised concerns about cardiac emergencies in children and whether physical exertion can sometimes expose an underlying heart condition. The Class 3 student reportedly collapsed inside her classroom after returning from her sports period on Wednesday, November 4. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared her dead.
\n\nAccording to preliminary reports, a possible heart-related emergency is being suspected. However, the exact cause of death has not yet been established, and the investigation is ongoing. The incident has once again brought attention to a condition that many parents may not immediately associate with children: sudden cardiac arrest.
\n\nPhysical activity is generally beneficial for children's heart health. However, in rare instances, strenuous exercise can trigger a cardiac event in children with an undiagnosed heart condition. Explaining the connection, Dr. Hrishikesh, Consultant, Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospital, Electronics City, Bengaluru, says, "Physical exertion can trigger a cardiac emergency in individuals with an underlying heart condition, sometimes even when they have not previously experienced any symptoms."
\n\nDuring exercise, the heart beats faster and blood pressure…
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