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Colic new born
Newborn baby of 20 days is having severe colic and colic aid and digestive enzymes are not working. Pls suggest some remedy. Already giving him tummy massage, legs exercise and probiotics. Pls suggest the cause of this gas formation
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What probiotic is being used?
As L. Reuteri is the ideal probiotic to be used and works quite well.
And is the child being given formula milk. If so, consult a pediatrician for alternatives.
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It's common at this age. Will reduce by 3 to 4 mnths
Next Steps
Can burp baby after every feed, next - in between feeds. Can try putting face down on lap. Can also try a pacifier
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Make sure baby's not crying due to hunger if no other symptoms
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Rajkot
Child is well
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Do burping after each feed for 15-20 min
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Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
Greetings kindly burp the child well
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