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Meconium aspiration syndrome (known by its abbreviation MAS) is a respiratory problem of the newborn that occurs when the baby inhales amniotic fluid mixed with meconium before or during delivery, which can make breathing difficult at birth.

Common symptoms: respiratory difficulty, rapid breathing, bluish coloring of the skin, and signs of effort when breathing in the first moments of life.

When to seek care? It is a situation that is identified and addressed in the birth setting; the presence of meconium in the amniotic fluid demands immediate monitoring of the baby.

Which specialist treats it? The neonatologist is the professional who treats this condition in the newborn, with the support of the pediatrician in the subsequent follow-up. It is advisable for these specialists to evaluate each case to define the appropriate care.