Transient tachypnea of the newborn

Transient tachypnea of the newborn is a respiratory problem that can be seen in the newborn shortly after delivery. It is a common cause of respiratory distress in term neonates and is likely due to retained lung fluid. It is most often seen in 35+ week gestation babies who are delivered by cesarean section. Symptoms may include rapid breathing, grunting, and cyanosis. Treatment typically involves oxygen therapy to help the baby breathe more easily, and in some cases, a short course of antibiotics to prevent or treat any infections. Usually, the condition resolves over 24-48 hours.

Transient tachypnea of the newborn

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Transient tachypnea of the newborn

Congenital disorders

Disorders of the pleura, mediastinum, and chest wall

Infectious, immunologic, and inflammatory disorders of the lower airways

Infectious, immunologic, and inflammatory disorders of the upper airways

Metabolic, regulatory, and structural disorders

Neoplasms

Obstructive airway disease

Pneumoconiosis, fibrosing, and restrictive pulmonary disorders or interstitial lung disease

Respiratory failure or respiratory arrest and pulmonary vascular disorders

Traumatic or mechanical disorders

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Transient tachypnea of the newborn

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