Question

What are the earliest symptoms of neonatal tetanus?

Answer

The symptoms of neonatal tetanus typically manifest as a tight jaw, with the entire body experiencing rigid, severe pain. In the early stages, there may be persistent crying, difficulty in opening the mouth, and difficulties with suckling. Treatment involves controlling pain, preventing disease transmission, and through intravenous nutrition, paying attention to increasing stimulation for the newborn, promptly clearing phlegm to maintain an open airway.