Korean J Pediatr.  2007 Jan;50(1):85-88. 10.3345/kjp.2007.50.1.85.

Severe hypernatremic dehydration in a breast-fed neonate

• Oh YJ
• Lee JE
• An SH
• Kim YK
• Kang SK
• Kim JK
• Son BK
• Jun YH

• KMID: 2278752
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3345/kjp.2007.50.1.85

Abstract

Although it is a rare condition, breast-feeding may result in hypernatremic dehydration. However, incidences might be increasing with more mothers breast-feeding. Although the early detection and management of hypernatremic dehydration from breast-feeding is important, its prevention is even more important on account of its serious complications. In order to prevent hypernatremic dehydration secondary to breast-feeding, it is essential to educate mothers in successful breast-feeding methods. An early follow-up after discharge is recommended. We report a case of hypernatremic dehydration secondary to breast-feeding in a full-term newborn that was corrected without any complications.

Keyword

Hypernatremic dehydration; Breast-feeding; Newborn

MeSH Terms

Dehydration*
Humans
Incidence
Infant, Newborn*
Mothers