How DPC Can Help Manage Your Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

Updated on: December 12, 2024

A withdrawal condition known as neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) affects babies who were exposed to drugs during pregnancy, especially opioids. A variety of symptoms that usually manifest 24 to 48 hours after birth can be seen in babies with NAS. Irritability, tremors, poor feeding, diarrhea, vomiting, and trouble gaining weight are a few examples. Seizures, breathing issues, and feeding challenges may also be present in more severe cases. To guarantee the newborn's comfort and a smooth transition away from drugs, NAS needs to be carefully managed.

How to Handle Your Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome with DPC

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome can be effectively managed with the help of the Direct Primary Care (DPC) healthcare approach. Parents can receive ongoing, individualized treatment and support from their healthcare professional in a DPC setting, which guarantees prompt intervention and early detection of NAS symptoms. In order to develop an integrated care plan that takes into account the newborn's immediate needs as well as long-term health, DPC enables closer coordination between pediatricians, obstetricians, and addiction experts as well as more frequent monitoring of the infant's status.

DPC's Advantages for Patients with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

The advantages of DPC for newborns with NAS include better access to care and more individualized attention. DPC makes it possible to schedule follow-up appointments more quickly in order to assess the newborn's development and make sure that withdrawal symptoms are adequately treated. DPC physicians may spend more time with each family and make sure the baby's physical and emotional requirements are being satisfied by reducing the number of patients they see. Better communication and continuity between professionals are also encouraged by this care approach, which is crucial for handling the complexity of NAS.

Customized Treatment of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome in DPC

Neonatal abstinence syndrome treatment becomes extremely individualized with Direct Primary Care to meet the specific symptoms and recuperation requirements of every newborn. DPC providers are able to give customized treatment plans that include progressive withdrawal management, nutritional assistance, and symptom reduction. Parents gain from having more access to their doctor, which guarantees that they can get advice and treatment plan modifications when the baby's condition changes. Throughout the difficult healing process, our individualized approach creates a constant, encouraging care environment that supports the health of the parents and the baby.

Published on: December 12, 2024
Doctors that manage neonatal abstinence syndrome
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    Vipul Kumar Garg, MD
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Columbus, Ohio
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    Scott Serbin, MD
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Sewickley, Pennsylvania
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  • Olatokunbo Adeniyi, Concierge Pediatrics in Nutter Fort
    Olatokunbo Adeniyi, MD
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Nutter Fort, West Virginia
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    Noemi Adame, MD, FAAP
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Culver, Indiana
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    Masuma Macfield, MD
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    Grand Rapids, Michigan
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  • Rebecca Huizen, Concierge Pediatrics in Grand Rapids
    Rebecca Huizen, DO
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
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  • David Beckmann, Concierge Pediatrics in Evergreen Park
    David Beckmann, MD
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Evergreen Park, Illinois
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    Enlightened me about my condition.
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    Kate Johnson-Clark, DO
    Concierge Pediatrics
    Ellicottville, New York
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    Enlightened me about my condition.
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