Question
A one-month-old female infant has developed a fever and has been diagnosed with sepsis by the doctor. The parents are worried about potential sequelae after treatment and how to deal with them?
Answer
Neonatal sepsis is a systemic infection caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream and reproducing there, producing toxins. This condition can be categorized as mild or severe, with severe cases potentially leading to symptoms such as toxic megacolon, abdominal distension, reduced bowel sounds, or even disseminated intravascular coagulation, hematemesis, melena, pulmonary hemorrhage, and more. As for sequelae, their severity and treatment methods are closely related. It is recommended that parents actively cooperate with doctors for diagnosis and treatment to ensure the best possible outcome.