Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
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Neonatal abstinence syndrome is a set of manifestations a newborn may show when, during pregnancy, it was exposed to certain substances through the mother and stops receiving them at birth. The baby's body reacts to that interruption.
What may be observed: Irritability, high-pitched crying, tremors, difficulty feeding, sleep disturbances, or sweating.
Why it happens: It is related to exposure during pregnancy to certain substances that cross the placenta.
Professional care: The pediatrician is the specialist who evaluates and supports the newborn in these cases. If a baby shows these signs, timely medical care is essential to provide the care it needs.
Data on 18 doctors who treat neonatal abstinence syndrome
Which specialist treats neonatal abstinence syndrome?
Neonatal abstinence syndrome is evaluated and treated by a pediatrician, who monitors the newborn from birth. You can find pediatricians available to care for your baby.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in neonatal abstinence syndrome
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Iván Barrera Martínez
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Dr. Paulina Arellano Álvarez
Dr. Pedro Gutiérrez Navarro
Dr. Melisa Cañete Alavez
Dr. Jimena Tsubaki Cifuentes
Frequently asked questions
What is neonatal abstinence syndrome?
Neonatal abstinence syndrome is a set of manifestations a newborn may show when, during pregnancy, it was exposed to certain substances through the mother and stops receiving them at birth. The baby's body reacts to that interruption.
Which doctor treats neonatal abstinence syndrome?
Neonatal abstinence syndrome is evaluated and treated by a pediatrician, who monitors the newborn from birth. You can find pediatricians available to care for your baby.