What Is Neonatal Infection?

Causes Of Neonatal Infection

Neonatal Infection Signs And Symptoms

1. Very high or very low body temperature
2. Difficulty in feeding
3. A change in skin color or skin rashes
4. Irritability
5. Excessive sleeping or very little sleep
6. Lots of crying

How To Cure Neonatal Infection?

For bacterial infections, antibiotics are usually prescribed and help the baby to repurcate in time. The doctor may sometimes give the antibiotics through IV (intravenous infusion) for faster and effective treatment. In case the infection is more serious, the child will be hospitalized or kept in a nursery in an incubator to regulate body temperature or attached to a cardiorespiratory monitor if the baby has difficulty in breathing.

Besides, just medication, the baby may need other instruments attached for their ease, such as, a tube through the nose or mouth for feeding, extra oxygen or other VI fluids for nourishment.

Prevention Of Neonatal Infection

However, sometimes in spite of all precautions, the baby may be affected by neonatal diseases. As parents, follow the instructions of the doctor and though it may be heart breaking to watch your little angel strapped in a hospital bed, have faith and courage to see through this phase and emerge victorious.

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