Fall in oxygen saturation while feeding

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My baby boy is 6 days old, his oxygen saturation remains good throughout the day but while feeding the saturation drops to sometimes 70%, sometimes 50% & sometimes even 30-40% but quickly recovers after stopping feeding. What is the problem and how to treat it?

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Dr. Alpana Meena

Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Sawai Madhopur

I surprised why u r checking saturation levels Is there any bluish discolouration during feeding Any sweating on forehead during feeding, any respiratory distress Ur baby need complete evaluation to rule out any cardiac disease and nasal blockage

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Dr. Sharvani Anjanappa Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sharvani Anjanappa

Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Bangalore

Hii wanted to know why are you checking saturation for? Is there any medical reason behind checking like does he has been told any cardiac or lung issue at birth? Baby has to be checked clinically can not rely on saturation during feeding. Parameters like waves of saturation and resting baby are important. If the baby is moving/ crying saturation variable If further questions kindly consult