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Prematurity and cocaine addiction
Colleen's baby was born eight weeks prematurely. The infant was born addicted to cocaine. Her baby has received extensive intervention since birth, although Colleen is very worried about the possible developmental ramifications of prematurity and cocaine addiction. Are premature infants at risk of physical and/or psychological problems later in life? Are there any interventions that might reduce developmental risks?
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Dr. J Prabhakar Rao
Pediatrician
32 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Per se,prematurity is NOT an indicator for problems later in life,provided no complications were present at time of birth.
In fact they grow faster if proper feeding and hygiene are maintained,as compared to term babies.
Cocaine addiction is a different issue all together.
Keep in touch with your paediatrician.
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