Meconium Aspiration and Other Aspiration Syndromes
Book AppointmentAspiration syndromes include all diseases in which foreign substances are inhaled into your baby’s lungs. One of the most common types is known as meconium aspiration syndrome which occurs when a newborn baby breathes meconium and amniotic fluid into the lungs. Meconium is the stool which a newborn baby passes after birth. If, due to problems or complications during pregnancy, your baby passes meconium while still inside the womb, it mixes with the amniotic fluid (the fluid surrounding the baby in the womb) and blocks your baby's airways right after birth.
This causes breathing problems due to swelling in the lungs. There are many causes of meconium aspiration syndrome, such as:
Diabetic mother
High blood pressure in the mother
Difficult or complicated delivery
When to seek expert advice
If your child is experiencing any of the above symptoms at birth, they will be under the care of our Neonatologists and nurses working with the Department of Paediatrics.
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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