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What is the link between fetal reflex and SIDS?
Fetal reflexes, such as the startle reflex, play a role in infant development and are thought to help protect the infant when sleeping. In some cases, abnormalities in these reflexes have been associated with an increased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), although the exact link is not fully understood. Researchers continue to study this connection to better understand the underlying mechanisms of SIDS.
What has the author Sugi Mibai written?
Susumu Mukai has written: 'Ankyloglossia with deviation of the epiglottis and larynx' -- subject(s): Sudden infant death syndrome, Diseases, Larynx, Diagnosis, Infants, Dyspnea, Lingual frenum, Ankyloglossia
Sudden infant death syndrome?
DefinitionSudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the unexpected, sudden death of a child under age 1 in which an autopsy does not show an explainable cause of death.Alternative NamesCrib death; SIDSCauses, incidence, and risk factorsSIDS rates have dropped dramatically since 1992, when parents were first told to put babies to sleep on their backs or sides to reduce the likelihood of SIDS. Unfortunately, SIDS remains a significant cause of death in infants under one year old. Thousands of babies die of SIDS in the United States each year.The cause of SIDS is unknown, although there are several theories. Many doctors and researchers now believe that SIDS is not a single condition that is always caused by the same medical problems, but infant death caused by several different factors.These factors may include problems with sleep arousal or an inability to sense a build-up of carbon dioxide in the blood. Almost all SIDS deaths occur without any warning or symptoms when the infant is thought to be sleeping.SIDS is most likely to occur between 2 and 4 months of age, and 90% occur by 6 months of age. It occurs more often in winter months, with the peak in January. There is also a greater rate of SIDS among Native and African Americans.The following have been linked to an increased risk of SIDS:Babies who sleep on their stomachsBabies who are around cigarette smoke while in the womb or after being bornBabies who sleep in the same bed as their parentsBabies who have soft bedding in the cribMultiple birth babies (being a twin, triplet, etc.)Premature babiesBabies who have a brother or sister who had SIDSMothers who smoke or use illegal drugsTeen mothersShort time period between pregnanciesLate or no prenatal careSituations of povertySIDS affects boys more often than girls. While studies show that babies with the above risk factors are more likely to be affected, the impact or importance of each factor is not well-defined or understood.SymptomsThere are no symptoms. Babies who die of SIDS do not appear to suffer or struggle.Signs and testsAutopsy results are not able to confirm a cause of death, but may help add to the existing knowledge about SIDS. Autopsies may be required by state law in the event of unexplainable death.Support GroupsParents who have lost a child to SIDS are in tremendous need of emotional support. Because no cause is found for the infant's death, many parents suffer from guilt feelings.These feelings may be aggravated by investigations of police or others who, by law, must determine the cause of death. Timing of a subsequent pregnancy is a concern for many parents after experiencing SIDS.A member of a local chapter of the National Foundation for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome may assist with counseling and reassurance to parents and family members. See: SIDS support groupFamily counseling may be recommended to help siblings and all family members cope with the loss of an infant.Calling your health care providerIf your baby is not moving or breathing, begin CPR and call 911. Parents and caregivers of all infants and children should be trained in CPR.PreventionRevised American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) guidelines, released in October 2005, recommend the following:Always put a baby to sleep on its back. (This includes naps.) DO NOT put a baby to sleep on its stomach. Side sleeping is unstable and should also be avoided. Allowing the baby to roll around on its tummy while awake can prevent a flat spot (due to sleeping in one position) from forming on the back of the head.Only put babies to sleep in a crib. NEVER allow the baby to sleep in bed with other children or adults, and do NOT put them to sleep on surfaces other than cribs, like a sofa.Let babies sleep in the same room (NOT the same bed) as parents. If possible, babies cribs should be placed in the parents' bedroom to allow for night-time feeding.Avoid soft bedding materials. Babies should be placed on a firm, tight-fitting crib mattress with no comforter. Use a light sheet to cover the baby. Do not use pillows, comforters, or quilts.Make sure the room temperature is not too hot.The room temperature should be comfortable for a lightly-clothed adult. A baby should not be hot to the touch.Offer the baby a pacifier when going to sleep.Pacifiers at naptime and bedtime can reduce the risk of SIDS. Doctors think that a pacifier might allow the airway to open more, or prevent the baby from falling into a deep sleep. A baby that wakes up more easily may automatically move out of a dangerous position. If the baby is breastfeeding, it is best to wait until 1 month before offering a pacifier, so that it doesn't interfere with breastfeeding. Do not force a baby to use a pacifier.Do not use breathing monitors or products marketed as ways to reduce SIDS. In the past, home apnea (breathing) monitors were recommended for families with a history of the condition. But research found that they had no effect, and the use of home monitors has largely stopped.Other recommendations from SIDS experts:Keep your baby in a smoke-free environment.Breastfeed your baby, if possible -- breastfeeding reduces some upper respiratory infections that may influence the development of SIDS.NEVER give honey to a child less than 1 year old -- honey in very young children may cause infant botulism, which may be associated with SIDS.Until the nature of the disease is fully understood, complete prevention will not be a reality.ReferencesTask Force on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. The Changing Concept of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: Diagnostic Coding Shifts, Controversies Regarding the Sleeping Environment, and New Variables to Consider in Reducing Risk. Pediatrics. 2005 Nov;116 (5).Hauck FR, Omojokun OO, Siadaty MS. Do Pacifiers Reduce the Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome? A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2005 Nov;116 (5).Hunt CE, Hauck FR. Sudden infant death syndrome. Canadian Medical Association Journal. 2006 Jun;174(13).Nelson EA, Yu LM, Williams S; International Child Care Practices Study Group Members. International Child Care Practices study: breastfeeding and pacifier use. J Hum Lact. 2005 Aug;21(3):289-95.Kiernan MP, Beckerman RC. Is it sudden infant death syndrome or sudden unexpected infant death? Pediatrics. 2005 Sep;116(3):800-1.Committee on Fetus and Newborn. American Academy of Pediatrics. Apnea, sudden infant death syndrome, and home monitoring. Pediatrics. 2003 Apr;111(4 Pt 1):914-7.Sexton S, Natale R. Risks and benefits of pacifiers. Am Fam Physician. 2009. Apr 15;79(8):681-5.Kiernan MP, Beckerman RC. Is it sudden infant death syndrome or sudden unexpected infant death? Pediatrics. 2005 Sep;116(3):800-1.Adams SM, Good MW, Defranco GM. Sudden infant death syndrome. Am Fam Physician. 2009 May 15;79(10):870-4.
What is the study of babies called?
The study of babies is called "infant development" or "infant studies." It focuses on the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of infants from birth to around two years of age.
What did the Egyptians study to obtain life after death?
In antigens Egypt what did they study to obtain life after death
What is thanatology the study of?
Thanatology is the study of death, dying, and bereavement. It involves examining the social, psychological, and spiritual aspects of death to better understand the impact it has on individuals and society as a whole.
What kind of physicians study the biology of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
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What is the scientific study of death?
There is a study of near death experiences. Dr. Sam Parnia, he's one of the experts.
What consideration underscores the need for electrophysiology study tests?
The normal function of the heart depends on its electrical activity, and the effect of this activity on each of its cells. When a heart is diseased, impaired electrical activity is often the factor that leads to sudden death
What is the term for the study of death?
Thanatology
To learn how to obtain life after death what did Egyptians study?
Book of Life After Death
What is the IQ of a person suffering with marfan syndrome?
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