Can someone have a baby at 24 weeks and the survive?

While it is possible for a baby to be born at 24 weeks and survive, it is extremely rare and the chances of survival are very low. Babies born at this gestational age are considered to be extremely premature and are at a high risk of developing serious health problems, including:

* Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS): This is a condition in which the baby's lungs are not fully developed and they are unable to breathe on their own.

* Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH): This is a condition in which bleeding occurs in the brain.

* Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC): This is a condition in which the intestines become inflamed and damaged.

* Sepsis: This is a condition in which the body's immune system overreacts to an infection, leading to organ failure.

Even if a baby born at 24 weeks does survive, they are likely to have long-term health problems, such as:

* Cerebral palsy: This is a condition that affects movement and coordination.

* Intellectual disability: This is a condition in which a person has difficulty learning and understanding things.

* Vision problems: These can include blindness, nearsightedness, and farsightedness.

* Hearing problems: These can include deafness, hearing loss, and tinnitus.

The decision of whether or not to attempt to resuscitate a baby born at 24 weeks is a difficult one. The risks of survival and long-term health problems must be carefully weighed against the potential benefits of saving the baby's life.