Question
A newborn developed ischemic hypoxic encephalopathy on the fifth day after birth, experiencing difficulty in feeding, drowsiness, and decreased muscle tone. After two days of hospitalization, seizures and coma occurred, and a respirator was used for treatment. After being treated with sodium monosialotetrahexosylganglioside, the seizures and drowsiness improved, but the child’s response was still poor, showing no active crying or difficulty in suckling. Blood tests confirmed the diagnosis of hereditary maple diabetes. How should it be treated, and what is the likelihood of leaving behind sequelae?
Answer
The treatment of maple diabetes primarily adopts a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine methods, with the focus on Chinese medicine to regulate internal organ functions and Western medicine or insulin to control blood sugar levels as a supplement. It is recommended to take Qi Ti Cai Seed Oligopeptide, which does not lower blood sugar by stimulating the pancreas to increase insulin secretion, nor by inhibiting glycogenolysis or enhancing gluconeogenesis, thus not increasing the burden on the pancreas. Additionally, it can quickly supplement the balanced nutrients required by the human body, enhance immunity, assist in lowering blood pressure, and regulate blood lipids, among other health functions. In daily life, it is recommended to develop good living and dietary habits while strengthening physical exercise. This not only improves resistance but also has a good auxiliary therapeutic effect on diabetes.