Patient's question:
The baby doesn't understand what the reason is, suddenly experiencing rapid breathing, and was urgently sent to the hospital for rescue. Currently, the baby is in a state of asphyxiation and is being supported by an oxygen machine. The doctor said they are doing their best to save the baby, but there has been no improvement after a day. How long can an oxygen machine be used for a newborn in asphyxiation?Doctor's answer:
When newborns suffer from severe asphyxia, the degree of cerebral ischemia and hypoxia is relatively severe, which can lead to varying degrees of cerebral cell edema, apoptosis, and necrosis. This may result in different levels of sequelae. However, during the neonatal period, babies have a strong self-healing ability, including good compensatory capacity for the development of brain cells, leading to significant differences in prognosis. Oxygen therapy is one of the best methods for rescuing severe asphyxia, but excessive oxygen intake can also pose certain risks. Generally, the duration of continuous oxygen therapy should not exceed 24 hours to avoid eye damage. If the child has apnea, the priority remains life-saving measures.