Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) causes babies to have problems with breathing after birth. Find out more information on this page.
What is respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)?
What treatment is available for RDS?
What are the potential short and long-term effects of RDS?
If you have any questions or concerns about the long-term effects of RDS, speak to your baby’s healthcare team. They are there to help and answer any questions you have.