Why are my baby's lips purple?

Children are the fruit of love and one of the most important family members for every family. Nowadays, there are often six adults surrounding one child. Taking care of a baby is a huge responsibility. Because babies are relatively young, they sometimes cannot express or express some conditions. At this time, adults need to pay special attention to whether the baby has any conditions or if there are any differences from usual. Let's understand why the baby's lips turn purple.

Many new parents have no experience in taking care of children. Once they find any abnormality in the baby, they often panic. So what situation is considered serious? Today, the editor will explain to you that you should be alert when the baby shows the following six situations. This is very dangerous for the baby. Let’s take a look at what abnormal situations there are.

1. Purple lips and tongue

Experts say: "If the lips, tongue or oral mucosa are purple, it means the baby is lacking oxygen and should be given emergency treatment immediately."

2. Rapid breathing, humming, and groaning

Experts say that if a baby continues to breathe rapidly and hard, you need to check whether he has excessive chest muscle exertion and flaring of the nostrils to prevent acute respiratory distress syndrome. Also consider visiting the emergency room if this continues for several hours.

3. The baby is less than two months old and the rectal temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius

Experts say that fever in newborns needs special attention and should be checked by a doctor. If the child is a little older and has a stronger immune system, the condition won't be so serious.

4. Skin becomes more and more yellow

If a baby's skin becomes increasingly yellow after birth, it may be due to worsening jaundice. Experts say that not all jaundice is serious, but if it does not disappear gradually and instead gets worse, you should see a doctor. It is recommended that babies with jaundice can breastfeed more frequently.

5. Use fewer diapers

If your baby's diaper is never wet, you should consider the possibility of dehydration. Generally, babies need at least 2 diapers a day on the second day after birth, 3 diapers on the third day... and 6 diapers on the sixth day. Other signs of severe dehydration include dry mouth, sunken eyes, and drowsiness.

6. Vomiting

It is normal to vomit after coughing and crying vigorously. But if you vomit yellow-green bile, it may be intestinal obstruction; if the vomit looks like powdered coffee grounds, it may be intestinal bleeding; vomiting after a head injury may be a symptom of concussion and you should seek medical attention.

Warm reminder: Many parents think that their children’s vomiting is caused by indigestion, so they take corresponding treatment measures for their children, but there is no improvement. At this time, everyone should pay attention. This is likely to be intestinal obstruction or other diseases, and you should seek medical attention in time.

Babies are elves sent to us by God, so we need to be extra careful when taking care of them. Babies are relatively young and are in the stage of growth and development. Sometimes, if a baby’s lips turn purple, parents should not panic but take the baby to the hospital in time. When taking care of babies, you must not be careless and every detail needs special attention.