Question
When we visited my sister-in-law in the ward after she gave birth, we didn’t see our little niece. Relatives told us that she had a fungal infection and had been taken away by the nurse for treatment. She is a 9-month premature baby. How severe is fungal infection in newborn premature infants?
Answer
A one-month-old baby has a very weak immune system, as premature infants have relatively low resistance and are physically weak, making them more susceptible to external adverse factors, and the likelihood of fungal infections is relatively high. The presence of fungal infection requires the selection of some antifungal drugs for symptomatic treatment, which can be handled according to the doctor’s advice, combined with the specific condition of the child. Pay attention to observing the baby’s mental state, as well as whether the diet and bowel movements are normal. Regular check-ups should be done, and in such cases, there should be no problems. Check-ups should be done once every one or two months.