'The hidden condition that means even a surprise could be deadly for our daughter'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukLooking at Ellie-May O’Connor, you’d think she was just like any other 11-year-old girl. The youngster loves nothing more than spending time with her loved ones and competing in dance competitions.
But what many don’t know is that the schoolgirl actually has a hidden condition – one so rare that even a sudden surprise could prove fatal. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. Ellie-May was born with Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia type 1, a rare heart condition which affects the electrical system of the heart.
CPVT causes the level of calcium inside the heart cells to not regulate properly, meaning people with the condition are vulnerable to abnormal heart rhythms.
A sudden rush of adrenaline could have devastating consequences for Ellie-May – such as the heart’s response to exercise or unexpected shock.
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