Question
A newborn appears healthy at birth but later develops jaundice in the eyes, suffering from neonatal sepsis. How should analysis and treatment be carried out?
Answer
Neonatal sepsis is a serious disease that poses a significant threat to infant health, with a high mortality rate. It is most often caused by bacterial infections. The main symptoms include fever, drowsiness, loss of appetite, weak crying, a drop in body temperature, and failure to gain weight, and may even include seizures and respiratory arrest. If a newborn exhibits these symptoms, immediate medical assistance should be sought. The gold standard for diagnosing neonatal sepsis is blood bacterial culture. For newborns with suspected symptoms such as jaundice, it is crucial to conduct relevant examinations promptly to determine if sepsis is present and to develop an appropriate treatment plan based on the results. Although the health condition and medical history of the parents can have an impact on the newborn’s health, they are not the sole factors. Therefore, even if the parents are healthy