Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding

Vitamin K deficiency bleeding of the newborn (VKDB) is a disorder in which the baby has an increased tendency to bleed due to low levels of this vitamin, which is needed for clotting.

How it presents: It can appear as bleeding at different sites during the first days or weeks of life.

Why it happens: Newborns tend to have limited reserves of vitamin K, which can favor this type of bleeding in the absence of preventive measures.

Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician and the neonatologist are the ones who monitor the newborn and provide guidance on measures to prevent bleeding. When any unexpected bleeding occurs in a baby, the most sensible thing is to see a professional without delay for an evaluation.