Question
The newborn’s lips have turned blue, eating and defecating are normal. Sometimes it’s more purple, and sometimes it gets better. What could be the cause?
Answer
Hello, based on your description, a newborn’s lips turning blue may be caused by two reasons: one is that the baby feels cold, and the other is that there may be a lack of oxygen. Both of these factors can lead to the above symptoms. It is recommended to keep the baby warm or provide oxygen for them to breathe in, which should effectively improve the symptoms. In fact, this is an indication of hypoxia, and the symptoms will ease as the hypoxia situation improves. Additionally, if the child is diagnosed with allergic purpura, parents should take their child to a doctor for treatment promptly and avoid giving medication themselves to relieve symptoms. Parents should give their child enough care and attention and help them receive timely treatment for the disease.