Question
After the baby was born, a lump was found on the head, which was confirmed to be caused by hypoxia and ischemia after CT examination. After a half-month of hospitalization, the baby was discharged. Now, a month and a half later, the lump on the head has almost disappeared. The medication used during hospitalization was monosialylganglioside. I would like to inquire whether such a treatment method is appropriate and whether there is a risk of sequelae?
Answer
Amniotic fluid turbidity may be a sign of intrauterine hypoxia, which can cause damage to important organs such as the heart, head, and kidneys. A cephalohematoma is usually caused by compression and can usually be absorbed on its own without significant impact. However, if the baby’s symptoms were severe at the time, recovery was slow, and parents should closely monitor their child after discharge and consult with specialists to assess whether further treatment is needed. If the symptoms were mild and recovery was quick, there is usually no risk of sequelae, but follow-up and assessment should still be conducted.