Question
What are the main clinical symptoms of neonatal septic shock?
Answer
Neonatal septic shock typically presents in two stages. The early stage is the compensatory phase, characterized by sympathetic nervous system activation, vasoconstriction, leading to pale skin, cool extremities, increased heart rate, and delayed brain oxygenation. The intermediate stage is the decompensatory phase, with microcirculatory congestion, tissue hypoxia, and excessive lactic acid accumulation, necessitating timely intervention and treatment.