CHIN: Information and resources for Families, Adults and Professionals

CHIN Community Portrait Gallery

 Name   Diagnosis   Treatment   Birthdate   Updates 
Community

Resources

Links

About

Home

What's New

Contact

Search
 

Matthew

Ebstein's Anomaly


I was born with Ebstein's Anomaly. The day after I was born I was immediately taken to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Harrisburg, PA. Doctors told my parents that every thing was fine, but a later EKG found that I had an abnormal heart beat. This discovery would lead to my surgery that I undertook at the age of five. I had go back to the doctors twice year, they put one some medication and told me to live my life like a normal kid would.

I was the last of four in my family. Since the doctors would not let me play organized sports, so I had to find something else to do. So my dad was a master electrician I went with him to work a lot, I started to follow my older brother around the garage a lot.

I am now 20 years old and I hold an electrical Journeyman’s license. I have rebuilt two classic cars and just started on the third. I attend a local college were I am in the second year for Electrical Mechanical Engineering. I enjoy hunting , fishing and the great outdoors.

— Matthew (South-Central PA)


This article was last updated on April 23, 2004

  • Born:  July 27, 1983
  • Diagnosis:  Ebstein's anomaly
  • Treatment:  Surgery, Medication


 

To comment on a portrait or send a message to the author, please email portraits@tchin.org.
Be sure to identify the portrait so we can properly direct your message.

Portraits are a benefit of membership in the Congenital Heart Information Network.
Click here to find out how you can become a member!


Disclaimer: Our members' stories represent their own perception of their experiences, and the medical information contained within has not been reviewed for accuracy prior to publication. Stories are presented for informational purposes only, and should not be substituted for professional advice. Always consult your (child's) physicians with your questions and concerns.
Become a Member

 Community Resources Links About