Patient's question:
Premature baby at seven and a half months, one day after birth, was found to have hardening of the limbs and pneumonia. After treatment, he experienced several pauses in breathing within a day, with the longest possibly lasting five minutes. There is also some white foam at the corners of his mouth. I would like to ask about the treatment methods for the baby's breathing pauses.Doctor's answer:
Apnea refers to a period without respiratory movement, meaning the cessation of breathing for 20 seconds or longer, often accompanied by cyanosis and bradycardia. Apnea is a serious condition, and if not promptly treated, prolonged hypoxia can lead to brain damage. If a baby is found to be experiencing apnea, stimulation should be provided in a timely manner before the baby's complexion changes, such as through back rubs, tapping the soles of the feet, or elevating the head position and patting the back, to help the baby resume breathing as quickly as possible.