Question

Soon after birth, a newborn may exhibit symptoms such as abnormal crying, refusal to breastfeed, and elevated body temperature, leading family members to suspect it might be the Seven-Day Wind. What is the Seven-Day Wind?

Answer

The Seven-Day Wind, also known as tetanus, is a disease caused by bacterial infection. It can lead to symptoms such as fever, drowsiness, poor mental state, and refusal of breastfeeding, posing a threat to neonatal health. Immediate contact with a doctor is necessary to recover health through medication treatment. At the same time, it is advisable to avoid taking the baby to places with poor sanitation conditions to prevent infection. It is recommended to give the baby probiotics and perform abdominal massage according to the clock, closely observe their excretion, and pay attention to the cleanliness and disinfection of the umbilical cord area to prevent urine and feces contamination.