Metabolic Disorders of the Newborn

Question 1

What is galactosaemia?

Answer 1

Rare metabolic condition resulting in the inability to metabolise galactose. Results in neonatal jaundice.

Question 2

Causes of hypoglycaemia in an infant

Answer 2

Hyperinsulinism (e.g. diabetic mother)
Low glycogen stores (e.g. IUGR, preterm)
Increased glucose requirements (infection/sepsis, foetal distress, hypothermia, hyperthyroidism)