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Indigestion- baby 5 months
Hi Doc , My baby is 5 months old and he is having indigestion problem from last two days.. frequent vomitings & burps .I'm trying to hold him upright for more than 30 mins and burping him after every feed . My mother suggested to give Ajwin water ,but I'm relectunt in doing so as he is still under 6 months ..Please suggest medication
Continue breast feeding. Do proper burping after each feed.
Next Steps
feed in head elevated position
can give colicaid drops
Health Tips
If vomitting persist or there is lack of weight gain, you need to consult paediatrician. gerd and urinary infection need to be ruled out.
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Continue breast feeding
Do burping after feeds
Observe.. it should be better
Danger signs to watch for are
1) green colour vomitus
2) abdomen distension
3) breathing difficulty or colour change after vomting
You can try/ will help
1)head end elevation after feeds and burping
2) make baby sleep on side after feeds and burping
In case of any danger signs you need to visit doctor otherwise not to worry and observe..
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