Question
What are the causes of neonatal gastroenteritis?
Answer
Neonatal gastroenteritis is primarily caused by the immature immune system of newborns and environmental factors. Common pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, which are mainly transmitted through the birth canal of the mother, contaminated milk products, water, pacifiers, utensils, and carriers among adults. Symptoms usually include diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and sometimes even bloody stools. If children show these symptoms, they should be immediately taken to a hospital for medical examination and treatment to prevent any delay in the condition.