India, Feb. 17 -- Heart disease is often thought to be something that shows up later in life, but this is a common misconception, as even children can be silently affected by it.

The problem arises because many parents may not suspect that common health complaints could be something as grave as a heart condition. There are many symptoms which may coincide with other issues, further worsening the confusion, which in turn delays early detection and timely treatment.ALSO READ: Cardiologist warns of high heart attack risks after menopause; shares 5 signs: Neck pain, irregular heartbeats and more

To get a better understanding of the common symptoms that often get brushed aside, Dr Prashant Prakashrao Patil, Senior Consultant, Interventional ...