Question
Newborn Pediatrics: What are the causes of hoarseness in newborns?
Answer
Hello, if your baby develops hoarseness within the first seven days of life, first confirm if the baby has been crying loudly recently. If this is due to excessive use of voice and is not accompanied by difficulty breathing or other symptoms, then you can first observe. However, if the baby also exhibits symptoms like a dog’s cough and difficulty breathing in addition to the hoarseness, then be cautious about the possibility of acute laryngitis. In this case, please take your baby to the hospital for immediate medical treatment.