Best Florida Neonatologists

Respiratory Distress Syndrome In Newborns
Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) occurs mainly in infants who are born prematurely. It causes newborns to have difficulty breathing. If it is not properly treated, RDS can result in complications, such as an infection of the bloodstream and bleeding into the brain. In severe cases, RDS can lead to convulsions and death.

Malabsorption
Malabsorption is the inadequate absorption of nutrients from the intestines. Malabsorption may involve failure to absorb certain vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins, or fats. The condition is associated with a number of diseases that affect the intestines or other areas of the gastrointestinal tract.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) causes the body to have low levels of certain hormones. The disorder can be life-threatening. With proper treatment people with CAH can lead normal, healthy lives.

Neonatal Sepsis
Neonatal sepsis is a bacterial infection in the blood. It is found in infants during the first month of life. This may become a serious condition. If you suspect your baby has this condition, contact your doctor right away.

Newborn Jaundice
Jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia) is a yellow coloring in your baby's skin and sometimes in the whites of the eyes. It happens during the first weeks of life. There are many types of jaundice, including: Physiologic jaundiceBreastfeeding jaundiceBreast milk jaundice (human milk jaundice syndrome)Jaundice caused by hemolysis or increased bilirubin productionJaundice caused by inadequate liver function (due to inborn errors of metabolism, prematurity, or enzyme deficiencies)

Transient Tachypnea Of Newborn
Transient tachypnea is a respiratory problem that occurs in 1% to 2% of newborns. It occurs when fluid does not leave the lungs as quickly as it should after birth. Babies born with this condition usually recover within three days of birth.

Newborn Conjunctivitis
Ophthalmia neonatorum is conjunctivitis that occurs in the newborn. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface or covering of the eye because of infectious or non-infectious causes. Any eye infection that occurs in the first month of a baby's life can be classified as ophthalmia neonatorum. While an infection has the potential to damage the delicate eye of an infant, there are a number of ways these infections can be prevented.

Premature Birth
The normal gestation period for humans is about 40 weeks. Some babies are born before 40 weeks. Any birth that occurs more than three weeks before the due date, or before 37 weeks, is defined as a premature birth.

Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn
Persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) of the newborn is a relatively rare, yet potentially very serious condition. It can cause both immediate and long-term complications and health concerns. PPHN affects approximately one in every 500-1500 births.

Neonatal Drug Withdrawal
Neonatal drug withdrawal occurs when a baby who has been exposed to drugs in the womb develops withdrawal symptoms. This occurs because the baby is no longer exposed to the drug the mother was taking. This condition can be caused by medicines, alcohol, and illegal drugs. It can take weeks to months for a baby to fully withdraw from a drug. Without treatment, this can be a life-threatening condition. If you used drugs during your pregnancy, make sure to tell your doctor right away. Your baby can then be tested and treated as soon as she is born.