Question
The baby exhibited convulsions, lethargy, and anorexia two days after birth. Now on the ninth day, the baby is able to eat and sleep normally. The child is currently receiving treatment at Jingdezhen Second People’s Hospital. The family wishes to understand if there will be any after-effects after treatment and what symptoms may arise.
Answer
Hello, I’m glad to be able to answer your question. For a neonate with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, it is recommended to undergo a follow-up after one month if treatment is initiated promptly. If no softening foci are found, there should be no after-effects. Treatment methods include the injection of neurotrophic drugs such as nerve growth factor, which typically requires three cycles, each lasting about half a month.