For most parents, a diagnosis of kidney acid infarction may sound like a verdict. However, it is worthwhile to look deeper into this issue and find out the reasons that prompt the problem. This disease in newborns is often observed and is not a serious pathology. According to statistics, in 45-85% of children it is observed in the first months of their life. It is necessary to run ahead and notice that the aforementioned ailment disappears as quickly as it appears. In more detail about the pathological anatomy of uric acid infarction in children - further in the article.
What is this disease
The process that occurs in a child during such a disease is associated primarily with increased excretion of uric acid salts. This is due to the transition and adaptation of the child's body to function outside the womb. Based on indirect factors, the child is diagnosed. This disease does not require special treatment. However, increased water intake is recommended. The main criterion by which doctors are guided in establishing the diagnosis is a cloudy urine color.
The term "kidney acid infarction in a newborn" appeared in pediatrics in the first half of the 19th century. This was due to the widespread occurrence of the same symptoms. The most important task of any pediatrician is to correctly identify and identify the disease. Sometimes it happens that under the guise of a harmless uric acid infarction lies a disease that is much more serious in its consequences and more difficult to treat.
Which children are most at risk
As mentioned above, not all children are at risk. However, there are those who have a greater chance of developing a disease. These include:
- babies who are late cut the umbilical cord;
- children who were born prematurely;
- babies born with jaundice.
Causes of uric acid infarction in newborns
In order to understand the symptoms and talk about the treatment algorithm, you will first need to talk about the causes of the pathology. This is mainly due to the natural physiological processes in the body of the newborn, which trigger the mechanism of its adaptation to the outside world.
Most of the transformations are undertaken by the composition of the blood. In it, the breakdown of leukocytes occurs, which allows you to release purine bases. In the very first days of life, an infant receives an insufficient amount of fluid when it is fed. Because of this, his blood coagulates. The amount of urine excreted also decreases. However, the amount of uric acid begins to increase in the blood. In view of this, urine becomes more saturated and concentrated. In some cases, a large amount of protein is released. Because of this, the urine becomes cloudy.
However, after 5-15 days, the incoming amount of fluid increases. Therefore, the volume of uric acid decreases, and the kidneys begin to function in accordance with the environment of the child. As a result, the saturation and color of the urine become normal, and the problem goes away by itself.
Sometimes the cause in newborns of uric acid kidney infarction can be pathologies during pregnancy.
Symptoms
Since this disease manifests itself and progresses in the first days of the baby’s life, when he and his mother are in the hospital, it is not difficult to determine its presence. The main symptoms include:
- Urine discoloration. It takes on a shade of dark red.
- On the diaper or diaper, the formation of spots of brick color left by urine is possible. Small crystals, very similar to salt ones, sometimes also appear. They have a similar color - brick.
- Despite all these changes, the well-being of the newborn does not worsen.
- Symptoms do not progress and disappear within a week.
Other symptoms should not be. If a child shows signs of fever or vomiting, this indicates the development or already manifestation of another disease. It is necessary to monitor the condition of the child (see paragraph 4 of the above list). The fact is that the outpatient period may be delayed. Do not think that in this case there is no likelihood of complications. In this case, it is recommended to consult a specialized pediatrician for advice.
Diagnosis of the disease
Special difficulties in the diagnosis should not arise. The main criterion for the diagnosis is the characteristic color of the urine. In order to accurately verify, laboratory assistants take it for analysis. They examine and identify common indicators. In this case, an increased protein content is most often observed. There should be no other symptoms. If side symptoms are identified, it is necessary to look for coincidences with other diseases. Blood sampling is also possible for analysis for the presence of specific bodies in its composition.
Under a microscope, samples are examined and factors that are fundamental to making a diagnosis are identified. For example, the presence of microcrystals in urine. There is also the possibility of a small discharge of blood into the urine.
The blood test is a bit different. For this, biochemical analysis is used. The process of adaptation of the kidneys is accompanied by corresponding changes in the tissues of organs. Therefore, ultrasound methods for identifying symptoms are used for analysis. They provide an opportunity to see these changes.
To exclude the possibility of developing other diseases, computed tomography is used. It allows for more accurate research.
Treatment
Treatment of uric acid infarction in newborns is not required, since pathology does not entail any dangerous signs for the life of the newborn. Doctors just monitor the condition of the child. If within one week the symptoms do not disappear and remain at the same level, doctors recommend that in addition to mother's milk, add water to the baby’s diet. Thus, the flow of fluid into the body will become larger and, therefore, the disease will begin to recede. In cases where the disease does not go away within 15-20 days, but develops with the appearance of new symptoms, additional examinations are prescribed to identify the pathogen. Therefore, there is no need to worry - it is better to try not to think about the terrible.
Some parents with a uric acid infarction in newborns may resort to self-medication or traditional medicine. This is strictly forbidden, because it is guaranteed to harm the child. A fragile organism must adapt itself and overcome the disease.
Complications and consequences
Due to the fact that the disease is a natural transition and the body becomes addicted to life outside the womb, there should not be any complications and consequences. However, there may be force majeure circumstances leading to some complications. Therefore, it is recommended to monitor the condition of the child. His behavior and general well-being can give a sign to parents. If the condition worsens, it is recommended to consult a pediatrician.
If the preventive recommendations are not correctly observed in the child, the following complications may develop in the future:
- renal failure;
- hypertension
Prevention
It is important to understand that the condition of the child will primarily depend on his mother. To do this, during pregnancy, she needs to take care of herself and avoid stressful situations. Before planning the conception of a child, it is recommended to be screened for infectious and other diseases that may subsequently be transmitted to the child. Do not resort to actions that induce premature birth. They can serve as an impetus to the development of the described disease. It is also recommended that you breast-feed the baby as long as possible and, if possible, not switch to artificial feeding.
Based on the information presented, parents can have a general idea of the disease. This will help either to avoid the disease altogether, or as much as possible will protect the child in case of illness.