A murmur is simply an extra sound the blood makes as it flows through the heart — and in most children it is completely innocent.
Heart murmurs are one of the most common reasons children are referred to a cardiologist — often picked up at a routine GP visit or during an illness. The large majority are "innocent" flow murmurs in a structurally normal heart. A small number reflect an underlying condition, which is why a specialist assessment matters.
If the murmur is innocent, you leave with definitive reassurance and no restrictions for your child. If a condition is found, you are already in expert hands, with a management plan started straight away.
Book a Murmur AssessmentInnocent (or 'flow') murmurs are simply the sound of blood moving quickly through a normal heart — common during growth spurts, fevers or illness. They often come and go, and typically disappear as your child grows.
Usually not. Most childhood murmurs occur in structurally normal hearts. An echocardiogram confirms this definitively, which is exactly what a specialist assessment provides.
Children with innocent murmurs need no restrictions at all. If an underlying condition is found, Dr Jain will give you specific, practical guidance on safe activity.
Book an appointment with Dr Jain — clear diagnosis, honest reassurance and a plan you can trust.