Question
What dietary restrictions should premature babies with retinopathy of prematurity follow?
Answer
Doctors advise that premature babies with retinopathy of prematurity should adhere to specific dietary guidelines and restrictions. In the initial stages after birth, the amount of breastfeeding should be gradually increased based on the baby’s weight and health condition. Within the first 10 days after birth, the daily breastfeeding volume should be controlled within an appropriate range, and it should be gradually increased after 10 days. For babies with low birth weight or generally poor health conditions, breastfeeding can be delayed and appropriate intravenous fluid administration can be performed. In terms of protein intake, it should be lower than the normal standard, and attention should be paid to the intake of vitamin E and other nutrients to avoid hemolytic anemia.