Asphyxia — a lack of oxygen and blood flow to the brain — can leave a child with devastating injuries and a family searching for answers.
Common causes of asphyxia include a long or difficult delivery, problems with the umbilical cord, or an untreated infection. Some symptoms are breathing issues, pale skin, and lethargy.
The severity of the injury depends on the length of oxygen deprivation and how quickly treatment is given. In the worst cases, asphyxia can lead to organ failure and death.