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A member asked:
How likely is it that a baby with meconium aspiration will end up developing lung problems etc. in later life?
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It depends: Meconium aspiration in and of itself does not cause significant lung problems later in life. The potential pneumonia from the aspiration is easily treated when it occurs. If, however, the meconium aspiration leads to further lung or heart problems, there may be consequences in later life.
Answered 12/27/2016
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