Question
I just had a baby three days ago, and I’ve noticed their skin has become hard and swollen. I’m very concerned. I went to a hospital for a check-up, but the doctor said they were too young to be examined and estimated it to be cold injury syndrome.
Answer
Cold injury syndrome, also known as neonatal hard edema, is a disease caused by factors such as colds, infections, asphyxia, and preterm birth. Its characteristic is the hardening of the skin and subcutaneous fat. In severe cases, it may lead to multi-organ failure. Treatment methods include: 1. Overall warming: Adjust the appropriate incubation temperature based on the values measured by fundus examination and closely monitor vital signs; 2. Antimicrobial therapy: Strengthen antimicrobial treatment for patients with fundus infection.