respiratory distress syndrome, congenital heart problems, and episodes of apnea (cessation of breathing). The primary risk factor, however, is prematurity.
Necrotizing enterocolitis is the most common cause of death in newborns undergoing surgery. The average mortality is 30-40%, even higher in severe cases.
Although premature infants are more susceptible to GBS, 75% of infected infants are full-term.
Haematochezia is no joke. It can mean a plethora of things, most of which are very serious. Haemorrhoids and diverticulosis are the most benign things which can cause it. Serious conditions such as colon cancer can also cause it. In newborns, it can be caused by ingesting blood during delivery. However, such bleeding in newborn can also be caused by necrotizing enterocolitis, which means part of their colon is dying. In babies, intussusception can be a cause. That is when the colon prolapses, or collapses over itself. In teens and young adults, inflammatory bowel disease, and particularly ulcerative colitis, are possible causes. At any rate, unless you know that hemorrhoids or diverticulosis are the causes, then you should get medical attention as soon as possible.
Persons at particular risk for listeriosis include the elderly, pregnant women, newborns, and those with a weakened immune system.
Yes, not only do they fight but in some conditions they will eat their newborns also.
10-15% of CMV-infected newborns may exhibit low birth weight; jaundice; enlarged liver and spleen; hernias; microcephaly or hydrocephaly; and brain damage.
Patients with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or undergoing chemotherapy, are most susceptible to Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) due to their weakened ability to fight off infections. Additionally, newborns and young children are also at higher risk of developing SSSS.
Infections can cause preterm labor, fetal or neonatal death, or serious illness in newborns.
Yes, newborns can be born with leukemia, although it is extremely rare. Most cases of leukemia in infants occur as acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The exact cause of leukemia in newborns is not fully understood, but genetic factors and certain congenital conditions may play a role. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for improving outcomes.
The patron saint of newborns is Saint Brigid.
There are a variety of different treatments that are treated with Alimentum. It can be used to treat colic in newborns along with a variety of other ailments.
Streptococcus bacteria can affect various parts of the body, depending on the strain. Group A Streptococcus (GAS) commonly causes throat infections (strep throat), skin infections, and can lead to more severe conditions like rheumatic fever or necrotizing fasciitis. Group B Streptococcus (GBS) primarily affects newborns and pregnant women, potentially causing complications in the bloodstream, lungs, or central nervous system. Other strains can also impact the heart, joints, and urinary tract.