Patient's question:
Newborn is 10 days old. They inhaled a little amniotic fluid at birth and have been burping bubbles ever since. The pediatrician checked and said it's nothing. They didn't eat well for the first two days after birth and vomited sticky, transparent liquid. In the following days, they experienced severe vomiting and spitting up, with one instance where milk overflowed into their nose. They are still burping bubbles these days. Could it be neonatal pneumonia? How can it be determined?Doctor's answer:
To the parent, based on the situation you described, it is speculated that the baby inhaled a little amniotic fluid at birth and did not breastfeed much, vomiting every time they tried. It is more likely that the baby swallowed amniotic fluid. It is recommended to consider gastric lavage treatment to remove the dirty things in the stomach. The above is advice on the question "Is it okay for a newborn to inhale a little amniotic fluid at birth?" It is hoped that it will be helpful to you. Wishing you health!