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Respiratory Distress Syndrome is a problem in premature babies where their lungs are not fully developed and due to this they are not able to provide enough oxygen. As a result of this, it becomes hard for babies to breathe.
RDS usually occurs in babies when there is lack of surfactant in lungs. Surfactant is a slippery substance present in fully developed lungs and it helps lungs fill with air & keeps the air sacs from deflating. RDS can also occur due to genetic problems with lung development. There are certain risk factors that increase the chances of RDS, namely:
The symptoms of RDS are easily visible after the infant is born and these signs worsen with time. They may include:
The treatment options for RDS may include: