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…
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) occurs when a newborn inhales meconium-stained amniotic fluid, potentially leading to serious lung complications. One of the key steps in preventing severe MAS-related complications is immediate suctioning at birth. 🩺 What Is Immediate Suctioning? Immediate suctioning…
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) is a serious breathing condition that occurs when a newborn inhales meconium-stained amniotic fluid during or before birth. Meconium, the baby’s first stool, is normally passed after birth. However, in cases of fetal distress, a baby…
Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome (NRDS) was once a major cause of newborn mortality, especially in preterm babies. However, surfactant therapy has transformed neonatal care, significantly improving survival rates and reducing complications associated with premature lung development. 🩺 What Is Surfactant…
