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Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist
Dr. Rohitkumar Vasa is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Oak Brook, IL. Dr. Vasa cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Dr. Rohitkumar Vasa, M.D.
- Oak Brook, IL
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How does folate affect your pregnancy?
Folic Acid supplementation during pregnancy protects the fetus/newborn from developing congenital malformations such as neural tube defects.
How long does neonatal hepatitis last?
Neonatal hepatitis is a very general terminology and the long term outlook depends upon the underlying cause of hepatitis. Most of the viral infections causing hepatitis may resolve, READ MORE
Neonatal hepatitis is a very general terminology and the long term outlook depends upon the underlying cause of hepatitis. Most of the viral infections causing hepatitis may resolve, but there is a possibility of lingering effect-long term and/or short term. Your doctor can discuss with you based on actual cause of hepatitis and outlook.
Can a baby survive if born at 6 months?
Yes, baby can survive at 24 weeks, but with several problems in the NICU, prolonged stay in ICU and possibly some long-term issues. It is difficult to provide proper guidance based READ MORE
Yes, baby can survive at 24 weeks, but with several problems in the NICU, prolonged stay in ICU and possibly some long-term issues. It is difficult to provide proper guidance based on the information, however, you can do the following: (1) deliver in level 3 or level 4 center, where they are used to taking care of 24-week gestation babies; (2) consider taking steroid shots with OB and neonatal advice to mature fetal lungs; (3) have your obstetrician ask the neonatologist to speak with you to advise properly.
What are diseases detected in newborn screening?
There are number of diseases screened based on routine neonatal screening. Even though there are many common disorders screened across all states, the individual state regulations READ MORE
There are number of diseases screened based on routine neonatal screening. Even though there are many common disorders screened across all states, the individual state regulations determine which diseases are screened for the respective state.
How does gestational diabetes affect my baby?
The common risks to the baby include low blood glucose during initial hours after birth, large size for gestation, respiratory problems at birth. These risks can be minimized by READ MORE
The common risks to the baby include low blood glucose during initial hours after birth, large size for gestation, respiratory problems at birth. These risks can be minimized by stringent control of blood glucose during pregnancy.
Do premature babies have developmental delays?
General answer is yes, however, the degree of delay is dependent upon many other factors, for example, illness at birth, degree of prematurity, symptoms of brain involvement if READ MORE
General answer is yes, however, the degree of delay is dependent upon many other factors, for example, illness at birth, degree of prematurity, symptoms of brain involvement if present and many others. Best thing is to discuss with doctors taking care of baby at birth to judge possibility of developmental delay. Also, it is necessary to mention that there are lots of babies that escape any injury or delay.
Can we see if my baby has a congenital disease in the womb?
Not always. Congenital diseases is a broad spectrum of disorders. Some disorders can be diagnosed, but not all of them.
Are there ways to test for Down syndrome?
There are several ways to screen for down's syndrome before the baby is born. The tests are done in mother's blood and amniotic fluid. Best is to discuss with the obstetrician READ MORE
There are several ways to screen for down's syndrome before the baby is born. The tests are done in mother's blood and amniotic fluid. Best is to discuss with the obstetrician and genetic counselor who can advice the best approach.
What does taking folic acid prevent?
It prevents structural deformities/developmental abnormalities of lower spine and spinal cord.
What are the risks associated with premature birth?
Of course the safest thing is to deliver at term, but delivering 6 weeks before the due date still results in 90-95+% survival with slightly high risk for long term issues. With READ MORE
Of course the safest thing is to deliver at term, but delivering 6 weeks before the due date still results in 90-95+% survival with slightly high risk for long term issues. With each increasing week of continuing pregnancy, the survival chances increase and chances for long term issues decrease. Baby born 6 weeks early may have breathing problems, need for respiratory assistance, nutrition issues, and prolonged stay in hospital (probably 4-8 weeks). Wish you the best.
My baby has been diagnosed with herpes. What should we do?
You are correct in worrying about herpes infection, because herpes in babies could have serious consequences. It is hard to advise you without details, but follow the pediatrician's READ MORE
You are correct in worrying about herpes infection, because herpes in babies could have serious consequences. It is hard to advise you without details, but follow the pediatrician's recommendations for treatment and follow up.
Should laxatives be given to babies in case of constipation?
In general, laxatives are not recommended.
Why didn’t my baby cry when he was born?
It is virtually impossible to tell you why your baby did not cry at birth, without knowing antenatal history, problems during labor and delivery and what treatment was given at READ MORE
It is virtually impossible to tell you why your baby did not cry at birth, without knowing antenatal history, problems during labor and delivery and what treatment was given at delivery. There are multiple reasons, some are trivial and without long term consequences. Whereas, there are other factors which may be serious and with long term issues.
My baby almost turns blue when he is crying. Is this normal?
such episodes are not unusual, but it is important to exclude any other reasons for the episodes. Once pediatrician has checked the baby and if everything is ok, it is comforting. READ MORE
such episodes are not unusual, but it is important to exclude any other reasons for the episodes. Once pediatrician has checked the baby and if everything is ok, it is comforting.
When is fever in a child worrisome?
Fever in a two-month-old is always worrisome and deserves clinical evaluation by pediatrician. There might be a need for some investigations. However, if the baby has been seen READ MORE
Fever in a two-month-old is always worrisome and deserves clinical evaluation by pediatrician. There might be a need for some investigations. However, if the baby has been seen by a pediatrician during these episodes and everything seems to be okay, probably there may not be any need to worry, unless the fever episodes keep happening.
Can I feed water to my 3 month old baby?
No, water needs of a 3 month old is adequately met with by breast milk or formula feeding. Giving water would be a risk factor for electrolyte disturbances which can lead to other READ MORE
No, water needs of a 3 month old is adequately met with by breast milk or formula feeding. Giving water would be a risk factor for electrolyte disturbances which can lead to other problems.
My baby's head is bigger than my son's was at birth. Should I be worried?
It should be ok if the head growth is following its own percentile growth curve and not crossing the lines (i.e. head not continuing to grow out of proportion), and the development READ MORE
It should be ok if the head growth is following its own percentile growth curve and not crossing the lines (i.e. head not continuing to grow out of proportion), and the development is fine. Your pediatrician can address any concern with growth curves and developmental assessment.
How is a cough treated in a newborn baby?
You should have your pediatrician check your baby.
My baby has just been discharged from the NICU after lung issues. What precautions should I take?
Few important precautions: (1) RSV immunizations depending upon baby's course in the NICU (2) flu shot for the parents and anyone who is going to be a caretaker or contact in the READ MORE
Few important precautions: (1) RSV immunizations depending upon baby's course in the NICU (2) flu shot for the parents and anyone who is going to be a caretaker or contact in the house (3) No smoking in the house (4) avoid extremes of environmental conditions i.e. too cold, too hot, too humid, too crowded etc. etc. (5) exclusive breast milk feedings as much as possible (6) Kangaroo care/skin to skin care (7) all immunizations to be up to date (7) regular pediatric visits
Is it safe for me to give my baby extracted breast milk?
Yes, the expressed breast milk is quite safe, as long as all the precautions (as recommended by your nurses and lactation consultants) are followed.
