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Result - Consult the Right Doctor for Health Problem

Developed by Medindia Content Team | Calculator reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team Last Updated on Aug 03, 2022

Consult Neonatologists Online

Dr. Nandita Gautam

MBBS, MD
4 years experience

Dr. Santosh Shimpiger

MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Neonatology (IAP)
6 years experience

Dr. Srinivas Manchinella

MBBS, MD, MD
3 years experience

Dr. Shounak Kar

MBBS
4 years experience
Spo2, Saptarshi Park

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Conditions for which you Consult with Neonatologists

Anencephaly

Anencephaly is a neural tube defect (NTD), in which a baby is born with an underdeveloped brain and skull. Major portions of the brain may be missing or completely absent. Sadly, there is no treatment for this condition.

Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia or Respiratory insufficiency

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia or chronic lung disease of infancy is seen in premature and low birth weight infants. It results from lung and airway damage caused by prolonged oxygen therapy and ventilator support in these babies.

Caring for a Premature Baby

A baby born at 37 weeks or earlier is termed premature or “preemie.” The premature baby requires special care and attention in an NICU as well as at home.

Colic in Babies

Colic baby refers to excessive bouts of crying of unknown cause that is seen in healthy infants and is one of the first challenges in parenthood.

Congenital Hypothyroidism/Cretinism

Congenital hypothyroidism is deficient thyroid hormone in newborns. It is critical for normal development. T3, T4 and TSH levels should be measured in all newborns.

Disorders Included in Newborn Screening

Disorders included in newborn screening in US and India are discussed. Most disorders are either inherited disorders or developmental defects in vital organs such as heart. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment of these are key to overall improved outcome.

Ectopia Cordis

Ectopia Cordis [EC] is an extremely rare birth defect in which the heart is abnormally located either partially or totally outside the chest cavity.

Effects of Consuming Alcohol while Breastfeeding

Is alcohol safe during breastfeeding? The answer and the effects of consumption of alcohol by a lactating mother on her breastfed infant.

Erythroblastosis Fetalis

Erythroblastosis fetalis occurs due to Rh incompatibility between the mother and the fetus, resulting in severe anemia and sometimes death of the fetus.

Exomphalos

Exomphalos is a birth disorder in which the abdominal contents herniate into the umbilical cord through the umbilical ring.

Harlequin Ichthyosis

Harlequin ichthyosis or ichthyosis congenita is a genetic disorder that results in a thick, dry and scaly skin with fissures and is often fatal.

Myelomeningocele

Low folate levels during pregnancy increase risk of the condition. It is a birth disorder and a severe form of spina bifida where the backbone and spinal canal do not close before birth.

Necrotising Enterocolitis

Medindia provides a very interesting Paediatric section for doctors

Neonatal Conjunctivitis

Neonatal conjunctivitis occurs in newborn babies during the first month of birth. It can be caused by bacteria, virus or under aseptic conditions.

Neonatal Hypoglycemia

Neonatal hypoglycemia is defined as a blood sugar level of <30-45 mg/dL in a newborn. The hypoglycemia in newborns could result in developmental delay.

Neural Tube Defects

Neural tube defects are abnormalities that affect the brain, spine and spinal column of the developing embryo and appear during the first month of pregnancy.

Pentalogy of Cantrell (Birth Disorder)

Pentalogy of Cantrell or thoracoabdominal syndrome is an extremely rare birth disorder involving defects in the coverings of the organs within the abdominal cavity, the heart and its covering membrane, the breastbone and diaphragm. The exact cause is unknown.

Pfeiffer Syndrome

Pfeiffer syndrome is a rare genetic disorder with fused skull bones and fused feet and hands. Multidisciplinary care helps to manage the syndrome.

Polymelia

Polymelia is a rare birth defect in which a baby is born with more than the usual number of limbs. Polymelia can be prevented with proper prenatal screening.

Tetralogy of Fallot

Fallot’s tetralogy is a rare and complex birth defect of the heart. Babies born with this condition turn blue (cyanosis) due to inadequate oxygen in their blood. Know more about Fallot’s tetralogy and its treatment.

Top 10 Alarming Risks of Low Birthweight in Babies

Low birthweight is a term given to babies who weigh less than 2,500 grams at birth. These babies look much smaller than babies with normal birthweight.

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Consult Neonatologists Online

Dr. Shounak Kar

MBBS
4 years experience
Spo2, Saptarshi Park

Dr. Nandita Gautam

MBBS, MD
4 years experience

Dr. Santosh Shimpiger

MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Neonatology (IAP)
6 years experience

Dr. Srinivas Manchinella

MBBS, MD, MD
3 years experience

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