Question
My baby was born at 37 weeks via cesarean section. The doctor did not help the baby to clear the mucus after birth. Now, whenever I give her water to drink, she vomits white, sticky substances. What’s going on? (Birth Date: 2015.10.22) Assistance Sought: Is the vomited substance amniotic fluid?
Answer
Whether premature babies need a cardiac echocardiogram depends on individual circumstances. The purpose of the cardiac echocardiogram is to further clarify the presence of congenital heart disease. Premature babies are not necessarily required to undergo this examination, but if abnormalities are found during a cardiac auscultation, further cardiac echocardiography should be performed for an accurate diagnosis.