Group B streptococcal septicemia of the newborn
Alternative names:
group B streptococcus; Lancefield group B streptococcus; sepsis of the newborn; streptococcus agalactiae
Treatment:
The health care provider is likely to administer one or more of the following: - IV antibiotics
- ampicillin
- gentamicin
- IV fluids and medications to reverse shock
- oxygen therapy
- correct clotting abnormalities
- assisted ventilation
- ECMO (Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenator) in very severe cases
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
This disease is usually diagnosed shortly after birth, (from birth to seven days ) in the hospital. However, if you have a newborn at home with any worrisome behavior, call your health care provider.
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