Question
A neonatal meconium aspiration syndrome patient has been hospitalized for 11 days, but subsequently developed a blood infection issue. Is the child’s life safety threatened in this situation?
Answer
Based on your description, the child’s current condition indeed poses a high risk. Due to the immature immune system of newborns and the severity of the infection, their life safety may be threatened at any time. Blood bacterial infection, also known as sepsis, is a serious disease. If not treated promptly, it may lead to severe complications such as septic shock and meningitis. Therefore, selecting sensitive antibiotics based on blood culture results for anti-inflammatory treatment is necessary. If the bacteria are sensitive to the medication, most cases can be cured.