Sometimes, babies with intraventricular hemorrhage may experience little to no obvious symptoms. In other cases, there are various symptoms that may occur.

Because many of these symptoms could also be indicative of other conditions, it is important to consult with a doctor when you notice any of the following:

Apnea, or trouble breathing
Decreased or slow reflexes
Lethargy or baby is sleeping abnormally extended periods of time/often
Changes in heart rate
Weak suck during breastfeeding
Seizures
High-pitched crying
Pale or blue coloring of the skin
Decreased muscle tone

While none of these symptoms are a sure sign of intraventricular hemorrhage, they could all point to a serious problem and should be brought to the attention of a medical professional.

An ultrasound of the head and blood tests can determine whether a baby is suffering from intraventricular hemorrhage and at what grade.

Ultrasounds can also assist in determining if the baby may be suffering from another condition or complication.