Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
About the disease & condition
RDS occurs when a newborn’s lungs are not fully developed, commonly in premature babies.
Known symptoms
- Rapid breathing
- Grunting sounds
- Chest retractions
- Bluish skin tone
Known causes
- Prematurity
- Surfactant deficiency
- Maternal diabetes
- Cesarean delivery (early term)
Care
- Oxygen therapy
- Surfactant administration
- Ventilatory support
- Continuous monitoring
