Question
An infant of one and a half months was diagnosed with congenital megacolon, and the doctor recommended waiting until the baby is three to four months old before undergoing surgery. Is it possible to undergo surgery before this time?
Answer
For infants diagnosed with congenital megacolon, conservative treatment methods such as enemas can be adopted initially. It is recommended to consider surgical treatment after the infant reaches three months of age. During this period, sensitive antibiotics should be chosen based on the type of infectious bacteria, and symptomatic and supportive treatments should be enhanced to correct any potential issues such as oxygen deficiency. At the same time, symptoms such as foamy saliva, coughing, crying at night, and choking on milk should be closely observed, and medical treatment should be sought promptly.