How to treat neonatal asphyxia hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy

Patient's question:

Sometimes there is a tremor when breathing, snoring during sleep, and quick reaction. CT shows deepening of the anterior longitudinal fissure of the brain, widening of the subarachnoid space on both frontal and top parts, and deepening and widening of the cerebral sulci and fissures on the corresponding levels. The range of gray and white matter is reduced, especially around the lateral ventricles. Will this lead to HIE sequelae?

Doctor's answer:

Consider brain tissue damage. Generally, recovery is slow. Currently, there is only treatment for nourishing brain cells. Prone position with head raised 90 degrees. In this case, development is basically normal. However, the child is too young, and symptoms are not obvious. Further observation is needed. Cerebral palsy usually occurs before birth or in infancy. The causes include: birth injuries, neonatal jaundice, brain hypoxia; premature birth, etc. The main symptoms are increased muscle tone and difficulty with abduction. In severe cases, muscle rigidity, contracture, and joint flexion can be observed. In mild cases, fine motor skills of the hands are poor, and the heels cannot touch the ground when walking. Such patients often have language development and dysarthria as well as strabismus.

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