Patient's question:
Premature baby at seven and a half months, one day after birth, it was found that the baby had hard edema and pneumonia. After treatment, it appeared that there were seven or eight episodes of apnea within one day, with the longest possibly lasting five minutes. There is also some white foam at the corners of the mouth. I would like to ask about the treatment method for the baby's apnea?Doctor's answer:
Apnea refers to a period without respiratory movement. It means the cessation of breathing for 20 seconds or longer. It is often accompanied by cyanosis and bradycardia. Apnea is a serious condition. If not treated promptly, prolonged hypoxia may cause brain damage. If a baby is found to be experiencing apnea, stimulation should be provided promptly before the baby's complexion changes. Methods such as back rubbing, tapping the soles of the feet, or elevating the head position and patting the back can help the baby regain breathing as soon as possible.