Abdominal distension: Unusual or excessive swelling or bloating of the stomach area.
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Atypical necrotizing enterocolitis: NEC that occurs before the baby turns one week old or before the baby’s first feeding.
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Classic necrotizing enterocolitis: The most common type of NEC; it often affects babies born before 28 weeks gestation. It usually occurs three to six weeks after birth.
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Enteral nutrition: Tube feeding; a tube is placed in the nose or belly to provide nutrients.
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Intestines: Also called bowels, a part of the digestive system that connects the stomach to the anus. The intestines are responsible for absorbing nutrients.
IV catheter: A flexible tube placed in a vein that can deliver medication, fluids, or nutrition. It can also be used to take blood samples.
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Malabsorption: A condition where the small intestine does not properly absorb nutrients. This can lead to malnutrition.
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Nasogastric tube: A thin tube inserted through the nose or mouth. It’s used to remove gas and fluids from the stomach.
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC): a gastrointestinal condition that commonly affects premature babies. It causes diseased and dead intestinal tissue.
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Ostomy: A procedure in which doctors create a small hole in the stomach. This hole is connected to the large intestine and allows stool to exit the body.
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Premature baby: A baby born before 37 weeks gestation.
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Short-bowel syndrome: A condition where a significant portion of the bowel is diseased or missing. It can lead to malabsorption and malnutrition.
Stoma: A small hole in the abdomen that allows stool to exit the body.
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Term infant necrotizing enterocolitis: NEC in a baby born at full term. This usually affects babies with a birth defect or with low oxygen levels.
Transfusion-associated necrotizing enterocolitis: NEC that develops after a baby receives a blood transfusion.
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Jasmine’s daughter Rosie was born prematurely at 24 weeks through an emergency C-section. A few moments after labor Rosie was lifeless, but the doctors and nurses revived her and she was given another shot at life. A few days after birth Rosie was diagnosed with NEC.
Hi, I'm Nicole Ventura, and this is my story about my experience with NEC (Necrotizing Enterocolitis). I learned many lessons, but most of all, to always trust my gut.
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a severe digestive condition that occurs most often in premature infants. While some babies with NEC fully recover, others suffer from complications that result in permanent health conditions.
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