Question
Hello, this parent. Based on your description, can neonatal respiratory distress syndrome be treated? How is it treated?
Answer
Based on your description, neonatal respiratory distress syndrome, also known as neonatal hyaline membrane disease, is primarily caused by underdeveloped lungs in newborns. It is most commonly seen in premature infants. Treatment mainly involves the use of pulmonary surfactant to promote lung maturation. At the same time, ventilators are used to maintain breathing. Most infants have a good prognosis, but a few may experience severe complications, even life-threatening ones.