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what's bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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Lung scarring: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia  is a condition of airway & lung scarring that occurs in premi's & micro premi's during their  prolonged need for ventilation or oxygen in those critical weeks. Xrays are seen to gradually change to show the characteristic patterns that correlate with pathology seen under the microscope when a kid doesn't survive.

Question 2

how to pronounce bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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See below: Chronic lung condition that is caused by tissue damage to the lungs, imarked by inflammation, exudate, scarring, fibrosis, and emphysema, and usually occurs in immature infants who have received mechanical ventilation and supplemental oxygen as treatment for respiratory distress syndrome. Bronchopulmonary (BRONG-ko-PUL-mo-NAR-e) dysplasia (dis-PLA-ze-ah). I hope this helps.

Question 3

what can i do to treat bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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Good nutrition: Treatment for bpd may include many medications and need to be prescribed by a neonatal specialist or lung specialist. However, probably the most important is nutrition and making sure that baby is growing appropriately. Again nutritional recommendations need to be discussed with your doctor or dietitian. Diet of babies with bpd differs from normal diet for healthy newborns.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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BPD or CLD: The classic diagnosis of bpd may be assigned at 28 days of life if the following criteria are met.

Positive pressure ventilation during the first 2 weeks of life for a minimum of 3 days. 
Clinical signs of abnormal respiratory function. 
Requirements for supplemental oxygen for longer than 28 days of age.
Chest radiograph with diffuse abnormal findings characteristic of chronic lung disease.

Question 5

describe the features of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (b.p.d.).?

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Oxygen dependency: Bpd is a disease of the lungs of premature babies.  Specific definitions vary, however is is generally defined as oxygen need at about one month of age.  It typically results from long term mechanical ventilation in premies.  The lungs continue to grow for he first few years of life and many outgrow the condition.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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Chronic lung disease: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is a form of chronic lung disease that affects newborns (mostly premature) and infants. It results from damage to the lungs caused by mechanical ventilation and long-term use of oxygen for more than 28 days. Most infants recover from BPD, but some may have long-term breathing difficulty.

Question 7

what is the long-term consequences of having bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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Several: Long-term consequences of bpd and its associated treatments may include growth restriction, low oxygen levels, high carbon dioxide levels, high blood pressures in the lungs and body, abnormal neurodevelopment, impairment of vision and hearing, and left ventricular hypertrophy (a cardiac condition). It is therefore critical that infants with bpd have close coordinated follow-up.

Question 8

is there a good diet to help my child recover from bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

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Healthy: Give your child a balanced and healthy diet  so that he can grow.  As he grows well, his lungs will also grow new and healthy tissue.

Question 9

is bronchopulmonary dysplasia genetic?

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Yes: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is considered a multifactorial disorder, in which genetics may play some role. Studies show an increased incidence in individuals with certain tissue antigen subtypes, but there is currently no commercially available test to predict the risk of bpd. Prematurity, acute lung disease, maternal/neonatalinfection, and poor nutrition are major risk factors.

Question 10

how is bronchopulmonary dysplasia (bpd) treated in neonates?

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Varies with severity: It really depends on the extent and severity. Time is the best treatment. Depending on each child, supplemental oxygen may be needed, inhaled medications, diuretics medications, etc. Follow up by a pediatric pulmonologist, or a pediatrician with experience dealing with those babies, is recommended.

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