Neonatal Ophthalmia treatment in Magdalena Contreras

Neonatal ophthalmia is an inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye that appears in the first days of the newborn's life.

Frequent symptoms: It usually presents with redness of the eyes, discharge, swollen eyelids, and tearing in the baby.

Common causes: It can originate from infections acquired during birth or from irritation of the newborn's delicate conjunctiva.

Which specialist treats it? The neonatologist cares for the newborn during the first weeks and the pediatrician follows up on the baby's development. If you notice redness or discharge in your newborn child's eyes, it is advisable to seek prompt care to protect their visual health.