Preventing Newborn Hemorrhage with Vitamin K: Are Shots or Oral Drops Better? | Ask Dr. David

Hemorrhagic disease of the newborn is caused by a vitamin K deficiency. Though not common, I’ve seen a brain hemorrhage happen in a baby due to not taking vitamin K. Most hospitals give intramuscular vitamin K shots, but some parents are hesitant. There are oral options available. Let's talk about it! ------- Episode Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32644... https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/... https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/document... https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredie... https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredie... https://shop.bioticsresearch.com/prod... https://evidencebasedbirth.com/eviden... https://www.healthychild.com/are-vita... https://www.cps.ca/en/documents/posit... http://www.mercola.com/2004/may/26/vi... https://www.healthychildren.org/Engli... http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Doc... ------- Please SUBSCRIBE for new videos throughout the week! https://bit.ly/3xhijVf Let's connect: Website: https://DrDavidMD.com/ FB:   / pagingdrdavidmd   IG:   / pagingdrdavidmd   LI:   / drdavidmd   TW:   / pagingdrdavidmd   -------- Become a patron to access exclusive content. Click below:   / drdavidmd   Dr. David is an independent thinker who draws from more than 25 years of clinical experience. He relies on a broad range of evidence-based information to provide his best possible guidance. Dr. David's thoughts and opinions may shift as the data evolves. Information he shares with the public is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is informative and does not replace the need for consultation with qualified health professionals. #newborn #vitamink #pediatrics #newbornhealth #drdavidmd