🔵 BLUE BABY SYNDROME 👨‍⚕ - know about it Blue Baby Syndrome is a condition seen in infants characterized by cyanosis (blue discoloration) due to reduced oxygen delivery to tissues. The most common causes include congenital heart diseases (such as Tetralogy of Fallot, transposition of great arteries, and tricuspid atresia) and methemoglobinemia due to nitrate exposure. These handwritten notes use simple mnemonics (HEART NITRATES, BLUE, O₂ MB) for quick exam revision and easy clinical recall, ma

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Identifying the signs and symptoms of blue baby syndrome in newborns is vital for early intervention. Dr Anita Saxena, Executive Director - Paediatric Cardiology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi, explains that this condition is often marked by a bluish tint on the baby’s skin and lips, which indicates low oxygen levels in the blood and requires immediate medical attention. #FortisHealthcare #AtFortisWeCare | Fortis Escorts, Okhla