Abo incompatibility reaction - what does this mean
An abo incompatibility reaction occurs when a mother has a different blood type than her infant, and her antibodies attack the baby's red blood cells. this can cause anemia, jaundice, and other serious health problems.
What happens during the disease - abo incompatibility reaction
The abo incompatibility reaction occurs when a mother with a type a or b blood group has a baby with a type o blood group. during pregnancy, the mother's body produces antibodies to the antigens on the baby's red blood cells, which can cause haemolysis of the baby's red blood cells and lead to jaundice, anaemia, and other health complications.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Treat the ABO incompatibility reaction
- Administer a blood transfusion with compatible type of blood
- Administer intravenous fluids to replace lost blood
- Monitor vital signs closely
- Administer medications to reduce jaundice and other symptoms
- Provide supportive care to the patient
- Monitor the baby for complications
- Provide parents with education about the condition

12 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Abo incompatibility reaction - Prevention
Abo incompatibility reaction can be prevented by ensuring that the blood types of the donor and recipient are compatible prior to any transfusion. additionally, it is important to ensure that the blood is properly labeled and cross-matched to ensure that there are no errors in the blood type identification.