Patient's question:
My baby is a premature child. I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has appeared with a series of conditions, and I am also very worried, afraid that the child will become worse. What are the treatments for patent ductus arteriosus?Doctor's answer:
When the diagnosis of patent ductus arteriosus is confirmed and there are no contraindications, surgery can be performed. After the surgery, when the patient returns to the ward, they can resume normal eating and drinking without any restrictions. Some patients may refuse to eat or drink due to fear of difficulty urinating or defecating after surgery, but this is a misconception. Hunger and dehydration can lead to more serious consequences. Therefore, we encourage patients to drink plenty of water and eat normally after surgery.It is important to note that due to postoperative bed rest and prolonged fasting before surgery, symptoms such as bloating and stomach pain may occur. Therefore, it is advisable not to overeat after surgery, avoid foods that are difficult to digest, and avoid dairy products or cold foods. It is better to consume porridge or noodle soup-like foods and resume normal eating after being able to get out of bed.
For children under general anesthesia, they should not eat or drink until they are fully awake.