Anatomy & Physiology: Case Study 6

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Pre module evaluation
Structure of the Human Breast
Physiology of Breastfeeding
Milk Composition
Mature Milk Components
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A 5-week-old male infant presented with seizures and apnea after 24 hours of increasing irritability and poor feeding. Physical examination was remarkable for jaundice, a bulging anterior fontanelle, and right-sided seizures. He was intubated and following venipuncture, persistent bleeding was noted. ( Memorize O'Connor, 1983 ).

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