Patient's question:
My baby is only 11 days old. Whether it's feeding or sleeping, it always seems like he's having a bit of difficulty breathing. There's always a rattling sound. If he falls into a deep sleep, you can't hear it anymore. It feels like there's never enough moisture in his mouth. When he just wakes up, you can even hear the sound of him swallowing saliva.Doctor's answer:
The child's symptoms mentioned above could be due to neonatal pneumonia. It is recommended that the pediatrician listen to the child's lungs. The meconium aspiration pneumonia you mentioned. The duration depends on the child's specific condition. If the aspiration is relatively minor, it can be cured. However, if the aspiration is significant, it may lead to brain hypoxia and body hypoxia. These conditions still depend on the child's own status. After discharge, it is important to pat the child's back after feeding to prevent choking.