Patient's question:
My child was checked out fine while in the womb. I gave birth naturally, but after the child was born, they were completely purple. The check-up revealed heart disease and severe lung infection. They had difficulty breathing and were immediately put on a ventilator. Now, the heart issue isn't too serious, and the lungs are gradually improving. I'm wondering if the ventilator has any side effects.Doctor's answer:
Hello! Excessive oxygen intake by newborns (especially premature infants) can cause retinopathy, which may affect vision and, in severe cases, lead to blindness. This is related to the duration of ventilator use and the oxygen concentration. Therefore, it is necessary to check the eyes in the future. Using a ventilator does not affect intellectual or physical development. However, since the infant was purple all over at birth, prolonged oxygen deprivation can impact intelligence.