Rh-Induced Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn treatment in Acapulco

Rh-induced hemolytic disease of the newborn occurs when the antibodies of a mother with a negative Rh factor attack the red blood cells of a baby with positive Rh, causing their destruction during pregnancy or after birth.

Common symptoms: In the newborn it can show up with anemia, yellowing of the skin and eyes, paleness, or swelling, depending on the severity of the case.

Common causes: It is linked to Rh factor incompatibility between the mother and the baby.

Which specialist treats it? Its care involves the neonatologist, the pediatrician, and the pediatric hematologist. Following up on the pregnancy and the newborn with qualified professionals is key to detecting and addressing this condition in time.