Hearing Loss in Babies
Hearing loss in babies is rare in this country. But when it does happen, it’s important to diagnose it early. Undetected hearing loss can delay speech and language development.
Cradle Cap
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesCradle cap (infant seborrheic dermatitis) is scaly patches on a baby’s scalp. Cradle cap isn’t serious, but it can cause thick crusting and white or yellow scales. Some babies can also have seborrheic dermatitis in the diaper area, and on the face, neck, and trunk. Cradle cap usually clears up within the first year.
Graves Disease in a Newborn (Neonatal Graves Disease)
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesGraves disease is an autoimmune disease. The immune system normally protects the body from germs with chemicals called antibodies. But with an autoimmune disease, it makes antibodies that attack the body’s own tissues. With Graves disease, antibodies cause the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone. This is known as hyperthyroidism. Extra thyroid hormone in the bloodstream leads to the body’s metabolism being too active.
Hypoglycemia in a Newborn Baby
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesHypoglycemia is when the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood is too low. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the brain and the body. In a newborn baby, low blood sugar can happen for many reasons. It can cause problems such as shakiness, blue color to the skin, and breathing and feeding problems. Read on to learn more.
Congenital Hypothyroidism in Children
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesHypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone. Congenital hypothyroidism is when the disorder is present in a baby at birth. If not treated, it can lead to serious health problems.
Newborn Screening Tests
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesA national program exists to screen all newborns for certain disorders in the first few days of life.