Symptoms Of Listeria

Loss Of Interest In Feeding

In infants with listeria, one common symptom is a loss of interest in feeding, which may be accompanied by other signs of infection. Poor feeding can be very frightening for new parents, since it's so important for babies to receive the right nutrition and care. There are a number of circumstances besides listeria infection that can lead to poor feeding. Poor feeding can be a very serious issue even when not caused by a dangerous infection, because a lack of feeding can lead to undernutrition. About forty-five percent of the deaths of children worldwide are related to a lack of nutrition. If a child isn't getting key nutrients, it can lead to cognitive and physical problems. Premature babies might be poor feeders because they haven't had a chance to develop the skills necessary for feeding. Infections like listeria and congenital conditions like jaundice can also contribute to poor feeding. There are some serious conditions that can cause a loss of interest in feeding as well, with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome being one of them.