Patient's question:
What should I do if a newborn is sleepy? They started being sleepy three days after birth. They don't cry or fuss. Tapping their soles doesn't wake them up. They even have expressions when sleeping, move their arms and legs, but they just eat and drink little and can't stay awake.Doctor's answer:
Hello. The nervous system of newborns is not fully developed. Their sleep patterns are irregular. Within 24 hours, they can sleep for 16 to 20 hours. If the baby sleeps for a long time, wakes up with poor mental response, and falls back asleep quickly, and does not eat or has significantly reduced urine output, it may be considered as drowsiness. If a newborn exhibits drowsiness, the first thing to consider is inadequate feeding, leading to low blood sugar due to delayed feeding. Additionally, it is important to consider potential infectious diseases, such as sepsis or bacterial meningitis. Immediate medical examination is necessary.