Patient's question:
42 days, female infant, born at 35 weeks + 3 days. Breastfed for 10 days, then switched to formula milk.Baby is eating, sleeping, pooping, and in good spirits with normal body temperature.
At 10 days, swelling and hardness were noticed in the external genital area, with slight redness a week ago. Now the color matches the surrounding area, and it occasionally becomes soft but still slightly swollen, recurring. However, there is still some swelling and hardness. Additionally, the baby is easily startled during sleep.
Doctor's answer:
Neonatal hardening syndrome is a syndrome caused by skin and subcutaneous fat hardening due to cold injury, infection, or preterm birth, often accompanied by hypothermia, and even multiple organ dysfunction. Proper rewarming is the primary measure in treatment. It is essential to ensure adequate supply of calories and fluids, and certain medications should be used based on the condition of organ function.