Will Ravi have any consequences from staying in hospital for a long time? Pediatrician Daniela Piotto cites risks for babies less than a month old
Ravithe second son of VIII Tube AND EliezerHe has been hospitalized at the Israelita Albert Einstein Hospital since November 24th. The baby, who is not even a month old, has not yet received a diagnosis, but remains in the intensive care unit (ICU) for doctors to reach a conclusion. For now, only cardiac and respiratory problems are excluded.
Taking into account that the younger brother of Moon He has been isolated from his parents for a week, we spoke to the pediatrician Daniela Piotto to understand if this period may have consequences for the child. Check the answers:
What are the problems in keeping a child hospitalized for a long time?
According to the specialist, a hospitalization like Ravi’s is always stressful for the child and the family. However, he does not run many risks because he is a full-term baby, that is, born at the ideal time of pregnancy (between the 37th and 42nd week). “The risk of consequences is associated with the prematurity of the baby, complications or infections during treatment, which is not the case with Ravi. The length of stay in intensive care can vary from one day to several months, depending on the condition of the Premature infants, for example, may require prolonged hospitalization,” he explained.
Furthermore, Piotto added that there is a possibility that the child will experience muscle fatigue due to the time spent in the hospital: “Physical sequelae inherent in muscle weakness and hypotonia that can be reversed with motor physiotherapy and developmental stimulation. In general, children recover very well without serious complications during these hospitalizations. Psychological sequelae, such as anxiety, response, differentiated and painful stimuli throughout the “life” period.
The importance of early diagnosis
Ravi he hasn’t received his diagnosis yet, but Piotto stressed the importance of detecting a disease early. “Each early diagnosis allows correct and rapid interventions, capable of modifying the course of the evolution of the severity of a disease. These are extremely important indications and reflects the essential role of careful observation by those responsible in the first months and years of the child’s life”, he said.
She also mentioned clear signs that there might be something wrong with the baby: “Regardless of the name of the disease, pay attention to any sign of difficulty in the child, be it breastfeeding, breathing, suffocation, colic, irritability, difficulty sleeping, should be reported to the pediatrician who will continue with the appropriate investigations. The signs mentioned may be early indications of problems that, if identified and treated quickly, can prevent more serious complications.”
Common warning signs:
- Difficulties in breastfeeding: It can indicate neurological changes, gastroesophageal reflux, or even breathing problems.
- Abnormal breathing: any respiratory efforts, apnea or wheezing should be evaluated.
- Frequent choking: may suggest reflux, swallowing problems, or anatomical changes
- Intense or persistent cramps: although common in the first months, they must be monitored to exclude food allergies or intolerances
- Irritability and constant crying: it can be a sign of pain or discomfort
- Difficulty sleeping: it may be associated with pain, reflux, or other underlying problems.
Lack of breastfeeding
Generally, children hospitalized in intensive care are far from natural breastfeeding, that is, from their mother’s breast. Today it is possible for the baby to ingest breast milk through feeding tubes or bottles: “Even if direct breastfeeding is not possible initially, breast milk is essential for strengthening the immune system, preventing infections and promoting neurological and intestinal development. Milk can be expressed and offered by other methods (tube, cup or syringe )” .
In other words, breast milk is ideal for this development to be as healthy as possible: “So today it is possible for the mother to be present and take care of the baby even if she is not breastfeeding directly, because the mother’s presence at this stage makes the difference in the treatment. This is why it is important to avoid criticism and judgment for a mother at this time so delicate in her life, I think it is important to make it clear to empathize with her and not judge her, because at this stage she needs support and acceptance!”.
Source: Terra
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