Patient's question:
My child was doing well at birth, but the next day they started breathing rapidly. The doctor checked and said the child has brain edema. I'm not very clear about this condition, so I'd like to ask what should be done about brain edema in newborns?Doctor's answer:
For newborns with brain edema, most cases are likely related to hypoxia. In the acute phase, active symptomatic treatment should be administered to prevent complications such as seizures. In the later phase, regular follow-ups are necessary to monitor whether the child has developmental delays in behavior. If delays are present, timely rehabilitation training should be provided to avoid long-term sequelae. Comprehensive treatment approaches can be adopted, including intellectual and language training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, massage, orthotic devices, and plaster immobilization.