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(P70.4) Other neonatal hypoglycaemia
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1 376 820 in individuals diagnosis other neonatal hypoglycaemia confirmed
1 309 deaths with diagnosis other neonatal hypoglycaemia
Diagnosis other neonatal hypoglycaemia is diagnosed Men are 12.34% more likely than Women
773 391
Men receive the diagnosis other neonatal hypoglycaemia
472 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other neonatal hypoglycaemia
837 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other neonatal hypoglycaemia - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-19
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 20-94
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 95+
Disease Features other neonatal hypoglycaemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other neonatal hypoglycaemia - what does this mean
Other neonatal hypoglycaemia is a condition in which an infant has abnormally low levels of glucose in the blood, usually due to an underlying medical condition such as an infection, metabolic disorder, or a congenital anomaly. it can be caused by an imbalance between the body's production and utilization of glucose, or by inadequate intake of glucose from the mother during pregnancy. treatment may include the administration of glucose or other medications to raise the infant's blood glucose levels.
What happens during the disease - other neonatal hypoglycaemia
Other neonatal hypoglycaemia is a condition in which newborn babies have abnormally low levels of glucose in their blood. it is caused by an imbalance between the newborn's glucose production and utilization, which can be caused by a variety of conditions, including prematurity, birth asphyxia, sepsis, maternal diabetes, and certain metabolic disorders. it can also result from inadequate intake of glucose during delivery, or from excessive utilization of glucose due to increased metabolic demand.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Measure the baby's blood sugar level
- Test for hypoglycaemic episodes
- Check for signs of dehydration
- Evaluate the baby's overall health
- Assess the baby's ability to feed
- Assess the baby's response to treatment
- Conduct a physical examination
- Conduct a neurological examination
- Evaluate the baby's liver and kidney functions
- Check for signs of infection
- Evaluate the baby's growth and development
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Other Neonatal Hypoglycaemia
- Administer glucose intravenously or orally.
- Monitor blood glucose levels regularly.
- Administer insulin if needed.
- Educate the parents about the disease and its management.
- Provide nutritional support if needed.
- Provide supportive care to the infant.
- Monitor the infant’s growth and development.
- Refer the infant to a specialist if necessary.
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other neonatal hypoglycaemia - Prevention
Preventing other neonatal hypoglycaemia can be done by ensuring the mother has adequate nutrition and glucose levels during pregnancy; monitoring the baby's blood glucose levels closely after birth; and providing the baby with frequent feedings of breast milk or formula. additionally, if the baby is born prematurely, the baby should be monitored closely and given extra calories as needed.