Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

Meconium aspiration syndrome occurs when a newborn inhales a mixture of meconium and amniotic fluid into the airways during delivery.

Frequent symptoms: It may present with difficulty breathing, rapid breathing, and a bluish coloring of the skin shortly after birth.

Common causes: It is usually associated with situations of stress in the baby before or during delivery, when the baby passes meconium and aspirates it.

Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician evaluates and cares for the newborn to monitor breathing and general well-being. Since it is a condition identified at the moment of birth, close professional follow-up is essential to care for the baby.