Question
What are the possible causes or conditions for brain hemorrhage in premature infants?
Answer
Brain hemorrhage in premature infants may occur due to a deficiency in vitamin K. To prevent vitamin K deficiency in newborns, it is important to start with the mother. When using medication, it must be done under the guidance of a doctor and not on one’s own initiative. Additionally, if there is damage to liver function, it may lead to the degeneration and necrosis of liver cells, affecting the release of enzymes from liver cells, reducing the ability to synthesize proteins and perform gluconeogenesis, as well as causing the accumulation of substances such as bilirubin and ammonia in the blood. It is recommended to undergo a thorough liver function test and hepatitis B surface antigen and core antibody test.