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Can A Asphyxiated Infant Lead A Normal Life?

Regarding baby born in birth asphyxia level II . At the time of birth baby had cord tided in her neck four rounds,there was lack of oxygen, so she was unable to breath at the time of birth and was given artificial breath,baby was keptin NICU for 45 days and on oxygen fr 15 days. The baby is now 65 days old ,she still cannot suck the bottle and mother's feeding,the baby has started crying after 30 days after birth,at the time of birth her weight was 2.250 kg, its a prematured delivery of 36 weeks, can this baby can come to normal stage.
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

I am afraid to comment but baby with such degree of asphyxia and no sucking after 65 days of life are indicative of severe injury to brain ,which leads to severe development delay.Any damage to brain is permanent so chances of normal development are not there .Best possible can be done for such a child.

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Can A Asphyxiated Infant Lead A Normal Life?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. I am afraid to comment but baby with such degree of asphyxia and no sucking after 65 days of life are indicative of severe injury to brain ,which leads to severe development delay.Any damage to brain is permanent so chances of normal development are not there .Best possible can be done for such a child. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Take care. • DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination