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Infant teething

2016-11-25 16:06:43
My son is 4.5 months old. At times he gets very cranky because he gets itching in his gums & constantly sucks his fingers. He might be teething.. Is there any way to comfort him? Not sure if I can use teethers.. Kindly advice.
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hello, there is nothing to worry. the itchiness in gums is due to the eruption of his wisdom teeth. if he is able to bite on a carrot, give it to him.

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Hello well until 6 month please do not give any thought of teachers are pacifiers as they can lead to infection anyway the reading process will start at 6 months so do not worry about it next time when you consider pediatrician please talk about it thank you

Answered2016-11-27 18:38:26

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Apply pansoral teething gel gently with finger over the affected area

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