Question
On the 15th day of the newborn’s life, they are still receiving treatment in the hospital. The current treatment includes hyperbaric oxygen therapy combined with intravenous injection (cerebral activator). The child is recovering, with hyperbaric oxygen therapy having been administered for five days, one hour each day. Currently, there is a problem: the child needs to eat eight times a day, with each feeding being 40-50 milliliters, but the breastfeeding is not going well, and they often stop after a few sips. Is this related to tongue function, or is it due to choking? (The stool has started to turn yellow and occurs about 2-3 times a day; urination is normal.) Please provide clear guidance and speculation from experts!!!
Answer
This situation is usually considered normal, as the child’s energy is low during treatment, so they won’t eat much at one time. It may be appropriate to increase the frequency of feeding to achieve better results. Additionally, the change in stool color is also normal. Ischemic brain disease can be treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and combined treatment with brain nerve drugs to achieve better effects. As long as timely treatment is provided, sequelae are usually not left behind.