Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Sudden Obstruction In Breathing In Infant?
my grandson is 2 weeks old...when he is on his back, it seems that he gets scared and stops breathing for a few seconds then he moves his arms and then cries a very little. He was just at his 2 week check up and the doctor isn t concerned at this time....what could be causing this?
Mon, 30 Mar 2020
Hello,
The breath holding spells are quite normal physiology in many of the new born. However, a clinical examination at the time of episode with cardio-respiratory status is mandatory to rule out any:
- Valvular disease of the heart
- Congenital developmental disorder of cardiac structures
- Lung maturity related issues
- other systemic illness manifesting as such episode
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
The breath holding spells are quite normal physiology in many of the new born. However, a clinical examination at the time of episode with cardio-respiratory status is mandatory to rule out any:
- Valvular disease of the heart
- Congenital developmental disorder of cardiac structures
- Lung maturity related issues
- other systemic illness manifesting as such episode
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....