Question
Parents are wondering whether their baby will have a recurrence after NEC treatment.
Answer
If NEC is not treated thoroughly, it may recur. If preventive measures are not taken after treatment, NEC may still recur. Therefore, parents should closely monitor their baby’s condition. This includes not only watching the baby’s diet but also being attentive to their utensils and toys. NEC can cause bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools, severe respiratory arrest, bradycardia, unstable body temperature, blood pressure drop, rapid acidosis, shock, peritonitis, and intestinal perforation.