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What is Birth Asphyxia?
Birth asphyxia is a condition in which a newborn does not receive enough oxygen during delivery. This can lead to serious medical complications, including brain damage, cerebral palsy, and even death. It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms of birth asphyxia, as well as the main causes and risk factors.
What are the Causes of Birth Asphyxia?
The main cause of birth asphyxia is a lack of oxygen during delivery. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including a prolonged labor, umbilical cord problems, or an infection in the mother. Other causes of birth asphyxia include placental abruption, preeclampsia, and shoulder dystocia.
What are the Risk Factors of Birth Asphyxia?
There are several risk factors for birth asphyxia. These include a mother's age (especially if she is over 35), a previous history of birth asphyxia, a mother's poor health or nutrition, and a baby's size or position in the womb. Additionally, babies born prematurely or with a low birth weight have an increased risk of birth asphyxia.