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Infant 10 days old having hiccups
Hi, my daughter is just 10 days old and she is facing problem with hiccups. In a day 2 to 3 times hiccups occur which last for 3 to 4 min and sometimes more.
Is this normal? Or any consultation required?
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Dr. Pandurang Sawant
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Pune
Don't worry
It's very common
Just burp ur baby after each and every feed for at least 10 min or till ur baby take 4burp
Hiccups are due to gas in abdomen
Feed ur baby with proper position
Don't feed ur baby in sleeping position
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If problem persist than consult ur nearest pediatrician
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