Brenda,

In my former life I was a Respiratory Therapist in a NICU.  The thing that
came to mind was some anatomical abnormality such as tracheal malasia.  The
"singing" and turning blue could be caused by the same abnormality that is
causing the clicking.  Maybe some sort of syndrome that could be causing
some defects?  Some good detective work is in order.  Let us know what is
found.  :)

Wendi Jones
Breastfeeding Advocate
http://www.lactivist.com
breastfeeding resources and information

Brenda Phipps Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 10:37 AM

<We have a baby who was transferred to the NICU last evening - baby had
turned blue and began "singing", or wheezing loudly at just a few hours of
age, due to some unknown respiratory or bronchial problem which is currently
being tested.

The baby is being allowed to be breastfed ad lib, and seems to latch fairly
well. I noted during the breastfeeding session that baby seems to be making
a loud clicking noise through almost all of the feeding.

I have checked the posts on LACTNET archives, and most posts related to
clicking are related to an overabundant milk supply which is causing the
clicking. I would like to know if anyone has an opinion on a medical reason
this clicking would be occuring at just a few hours of age, when all mom has
is colostrum.  I do have in mind to get someone to check the palate out a
bit more thoroughly. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!>

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