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My wife had his premie on 13 of july and he is on ventilator.. his intestine get infected.. what wouldu recommend?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Neonatal infection: You are not providing sufficient info to warrant a diagnosis, and in addition answers on HealthTap aren't intended for individual treatment, prescription or diagnosis. Discuss this with the baby's pediatrician and my best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Dr Harte agreed

Answered 7/23/2014

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A member asked:

My wife had his premie on 13 of july and he is on ventilator.. his intestine get infected.. what wouldu recommend?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Harte agreed

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