Question
A 15-day-old baby was discharged from the hospital after a week of treatment for neonatal sepsis, but the parents noticed that the baby still does not breastfeed, does not cry, and shows signs of excessive sleepiness. Why is this?
Answer
Neonatal sepsis is a severe infectious disease where pathogens enter the newborn’s bloodstream and grow, reproduce, and produce toxins, leading to a systemic inflammatory response. The clinical manifestations of neonatal sepsis are often atypical and the condition progresses rapidly and is dangerous. Treatment involves selecting sensitive antibiotics based on the results of bacterial culture and drug sensitivity testing. According to the current symptoms, this may be related to post-injury neurological sequelae. Parents should monitor the baby’s body temperature and observe their reactions, and seek medical professionals if necessary.