The apropriate approach to a neonate presenting with vaginal bleeding on day 4 of life is -
Ans. is 'c' i.e., No specific therapy o Menstural-like bleeding (vaginal bleeding) may occur from the third to seventh day of life. o This is attributed withdrawl of maternal hormones after bih. o The bleeding would subside after 2-3 days and no therapy is required.
Administration of vitamin K
Investigation for bleeding disorderl2
No specific therapy
Administration of 10 ml/kg of fresh frozen plasma over 4 hours