newborn respiratory distress: early signs and immediate care newborns in the first hours after birth undergo a rapid transition from the intra‑uterine to autonomous breathing. any imbalance can quickly become critical, requiring prompt assessment and intervention. dr. cornelia preda, a neonatology specialist, explains that the condition presents with tachypnea, expiratory wheeze, intercostal retractions or cyanosis. causes range from delayed lung fluid clearance to hyaline membrane disease, infections or congenital malformations. timely oxygenation is vital to prevent organ damage. evaluation relies on clinical observation, pulse oximetry and, when indicated, chest radiography. swift diagnosis and correct management are essential for neonatal survival.

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