In a tragic incident from Idukki district, a seven-month-old infant girl lost her life after facing severe breathing difficulties while being breastfed. The baby was the child of Sandeep, a local farmer, and his wife, Sithara.
On the morning of the heartbreaking event, Sithara was nursing her daughter when the baby abruptly began struggling to breathe and then fainted, according to a report by Daily Thanthi. Alarmed and distressed, the parents immediately rushed the infant to a nearby private hospital.
Upon arrival, doctors conducted a thorough examination but sadly confirmed that the baby had already passed away, the cause being respiratory distress experienced during breastfeeding. The suddenness of the tragedy left the family and community in shock.
Authorities and medical professionals are yet to release further details on the exact medical cause behind the baby’s breathing failure. The incident highlights the fragility of infant health and the importance of swift medical attention in emergencies.
The family is mourning the unexpected loss of their child, and the local community has expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.
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