Question
Doctor, what is ABO hemolytic disease of the newborn? This situation has been going on for a while, and as parents, we are very worried. We hope the doctor can give us some advice.
Answer
ABO hemolytic disease of the newborn occurs when the baby’s blood type does not match the mother’s. This happens when the mother has type O blood and the father has type A, B, or AB blood. In such cases, the baby may have type A or B blood, causing the mother’s body to produce antibodies that attack the baby’s red blood cells, leading to hemolytic disease. Treatment should be carried out promptly.