Neonatal hypoglycemia can be dangerous if left untreated, potentially leading to seizures, brain damage, and developmental delays. Fortunately, early feeding and intravenous (IV) glucose therapy are effective in preventing complications and stabilizing blood sugar levels in newborns at risk. 📌…
Neonatal hypoglycemia occurs when a newborn’s blood sugar (glucose) levels drop below 47 mg/dL (2.6 mmol/L) after birth. Since glucose is the main source of energy for the brain and body, low blood sugar can lead to serious complications, including…
Neonatal seizures can be difficult to diagnose because they often present as subtle or brief movements rather than the typical convulsions seen in older children and adults. In many cases, seizures may not cause any visible symptoms at all. This…
Neonatal seizures are one of the most common neurological emergencies in newborns, occurring when there is abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Unlike seizures in older children and adults, neonatal seizures may be subtle and difficult to recognize. 📌 Fact:…
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a severe birth complication caused by oxygen deprivation to the brain. If left untreated, it can lead to permanent brain damage, cerebral palsy, or even death. Fortunately, therapeutic hypothermia (cooling therapy) has become a breakthrough treatment,…
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a serious birth complication caused by a lack of oxygen (hypoxia) and reduced blood flow (ischemia) to the brain. Without enough oxygen, brain cells begin to die, leading to long-term neurological damage or even death. 📌…
Neonatal meningitis is a medical emergency that requires immediate diagnosis and treatment. If left untreated or diagnosed too late, the infection can cause severe brain damage, developmental delays, and lifelong disabilities. This is because meningitis causes inflammation of the meninges…
Neonatal meningitis is a life-threatening infection of the brain and spinal cord in newborns, often caused by bacteria that enter the bloodstream and spread to the central nervous system. One of the most common culprits is Group B Streptococcus (GBS),…
Neonatal sepsis is a medical emergency that can lead to organ failure, shock, and death if not treated promptly. Because newborns have an immature immune system, infections can spread rapidly throughout their bodies. Early diagnosis through blood tests and early…
Neonatal sepsis is a life-threatening bloodstream infection in newborns, occurring when bacteria, viruses, or fungi invade the baby’s body. It is one of the leading causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality, requiring immediate medical intervention to prevent severe complications. One…
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is a life-threatening condition that prevents normal blood flow to the lungs, leading to severe oxygen deprivation. In severe cases where standard oxygen therapy is not enough, inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) therapy has…
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is a serious and life-threatening condition in which a newborn’s circulatory system fails to adapt to breathing outside the womb. This prevents normal blood flow to the lungs, leading to low oxygen levels…
