Newborn congenital anomalies, often referred to as birth defects, have a variety of causes, ranging from pregnancy or birth complications to genetic malformations to viral infections in utero. In many cases, however, a congenital anomaly may have no known cause. Some common structural congenital anomalies include heart defects, spina bifida, a cleft lip or palate, and clubfoot. When a congenital anomaly is discovered, a complete physical examination is important to discover and rule out multiple malformations. A detailed examination should include the following: head, neck, and facial features; skin; chest wall, heart, and lungs; abdomen; genitalia and anus; spine and back; extremities, including hands and feet; and most importantly, neurological functions and reflexes. Dr. Srinivas Subudhi is highly experienced in handling high-risk births and congenital abnormalities at the NICU. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, neonatologist and pediatrician for expert hand advice online or in person by booking an online appointment on the icareheal website or by downloading the icareheal app on your smartphone.

Immunization not only saves your child’s life but also saves future generations. Vaccines have reduced and, in some cases, eliminated many diseases that killed or severely disabled people just a few generations ago. For example, smallpox vaccination eradicated that disease worldwide. By vaccinating children against rubella or German measles, the risk that pregnant women will pass this virus on to their foetus or newborn has been dramatically decreased, and birth defects associated with that virus are no longer seen. If we continue to vaccinate now and completely, parents in the future may be able to trust that some diseases that exist today will not be present to harm their children in the future. Also, because of advances in medical science, your child can now be protected against more diseases than ever before. Polio is one example of the great impact that vaccines have had. Polio was once the most-feared disease, causing death and paralysis across the country, but today, thanks to vaccination, there are no recent reports of polio. Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, a neonatologist and pediatrician provides all the necessary vaccines from newborn to adolescence. Consult him online or in person for your child's overall healthy growth by booking an online appointment at the icareheal website or downloading the app on your smartphone.

Nutrition is especially important during pregnancy and infancy, which are crucial periods for the formation of the brain, laying the foundation for the development of cognitive, motor, and socio-emotional skills throughout childhood and adulthood. Correct feeding in the first three years of life is also important due to its role in lowering morbidity and mortality, reducing the risk of chronic disease throughout their life span, and promoting regular mental and physical development. Here, it is important to know that all babies are different, as are their needs. This means that babies can regulate the amount of nutrition they need by taking more or less milk, both human milk and infant formula. That is how they make sure they get the right amount of energy, proteins, fats, minerals, and vitamins. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, a leading neonatologist and pediatrician in Hyderabad, through an online video call or in person by booking an appointment with icareheal.

Newborns can lose weight in the first few days but should gain it back in 10 to 14 days. Breastfed and formula-fed infants have slightly different growth patterns during the first year. Breastfed infants grow more quickly in the first three to four months and more slowly from five months on compared to formula-fed infants. When recording your baby’s weight, make sure it’s being plotted on a chart based on breastfeeding babies. Babies should not be weighed any more often than every two weeks; shorter intervals will not show accurate weight gain or loss. Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, a leading neonatologist and pediatrician is known for providing the best care for maintaining the overall health of your child. Consult him for a curated nutritional path for your child; he can be consulted online or in clinic by booking an online appointment by simply clicking on "Book Now."

Colic is when a healthy baby cries for a very long time for no obvious reason. It is most common during the first 6 weeks of life. It usually goes away on its own by age 3 to 4 months. Up to 1 in 4 newborn babies may have it. Colic is defined as when a baby’s crying lasts for more than 3 hours a day, occurs more than 3 days a week, or occurs for more than 3 weeks. Colic often begins suddenly, with loud and mostly non stop crying. This constant, extreme crying can be very stressful and difficult for parents. Colic babies are frequently fussy, gassy, and do not sleep well. But in most cases, they grow and gain weight normally. Colic will go away on its own. This occurs frequently before the age of three months, and in most cases before the age of six months. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, a leading neonatologist and pediatrician, and an expert in treating and managing colic symptoms in infants, can be consulted by booking an easy online appointment on the icareheal website or simply downloading the app to book an appointment.

Phototherapy is a treatment that allows the bilirubin under the skin to be broken down by a special light that illuminates the baby’s body. These lights are usually blue or green. They are placed about 4 inches above the baby. The more skin that is exposed to the lights, the better they work to break down a larger amount of unconjugated or indirect bilirubin. The lights do not prevent the baby from drinking formula or being breastfed. The baby can be safely removed from the phototherapy at feeding times without decreasing the efficacy of the treatment. There are generally no significant risks with phototherapy. The eyes of the baby will have shields to prevent the light from harming the baby’s eyes and retina. There are no risks to the genitalia of the baby. The physicians will then arrange for blood tests to be done regularly to ensure that the treatment is working. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, the best neonatologist and pediatrician in Hyderabad, for advice on treating jaundice in newborns. Book an online appointment for an in-clinic or online consultation through the icareheal website or download the app on your smartphone.

Neonatal jaundice describes a condition in which an infant’s skin appears yellow within the first few days of life. The yellowish appearance is a sign of an increased blood pigment called bilirubin, which then settles in the skin. In many cases, this is a normal process and occurs in about two-thirds of all healthy newborns. It may, however, be a sign of a problem with the baby's feeding, hydration, or red blood cell lifespan. Other rare causes, such as metabolism disorders, gland malfunction, or liver disease, can also present with jaundice. Only the health care provider can determine if the infant’s jaundice is normal and may order a blood test to help with the diagnosis. Dr. Srinivas Subudhi, a leading neonatologist and pediatrician in Hyderabad, is monitoring high-risk births and is known for providing the best care to newborns. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi at his clinic or online by booking an online appointment on the icareheal website or downloading the app on your smartphone.

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Dr. Srinivas Subudhi earned his MBBS in 1997 from MKCG Medical College in Berhampur, Orissa, his MD in Pediatrics in 2002 from Sriram Chandra Bhanj Medical College in Cuttack, and his Fellowship in Neonatology in 2005 from Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College & Hospital in Pune. Consult Dr. Srinivas Subudhi at his clinic or online by booking an online appointment on the icareheal website or downloading the app on your smartphone.