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3 week old baby chokes and coughs

2021-06-07 03:00:48
Hi doctor From past few days, My 3 week old baby boy started choking and then coughing sometimes after breastfeeding .. from past 2 3 days he spits up milk too once or twice a day, when we try to burp him.. also he burps very less after feeds.. why is it happening?
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Hi. Choking could be due to gulping of excess milk . Burp or hold the baby in the erect position for 15-20 min after feed to reduce vomiting .
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If baby is active and gaining weight adequately, nothing to worry

Answered2021-06-07 04:57:17

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