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I am a mother of a 2 days year old baby girl, born by C-section. Body weight is fine. Since a day she has been crying too much. I feel she has cold. What are the cold symptoms in newborn that I should look for? Is this a common issue with newborn babies?

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Yes, this is a common issue in newborns...but it's very essential to see whether baby is having any infectious cause for the same or not. For that you have to get your baby examined by a pediatrician. ...  Read More

Does colicade help in constipation in new born? My son is 15 days old and is having difficulty in passing stool. Can I give him colicade?

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What feeds are you giving ...  Read More

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My toilet is not clear for last 5 days. It's never happened before seems to be a constipation symptoms.

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HELLO, CREMAFIN PINK THREE TEASPOON FUL AT NIGHT. OR MORE DAYS CONSULT A GENERAL PHYSICIAN M.D.. O.K BYE. ...  Read More

Constipation problem facing last 7 days Can you consult with me . what I will do . I have some symptoms also like piles

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Constipation is considered as the mother of many diseases like piles. You should start ' HABBE MUQIL' ( a Hamdard dawakhna product) 2 -3 pills with leukwarm water daily before going to bed for 5days. ...  Read More

Hello Dr, My son is just enter in 7th week. From last 2-3 days, he is having constipation. Please advise if Himalyan Bonnison is good for him or is there any other home remedies for inside use as he is depending on milk only. Thanks,

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Hi. Babies on breast feed pass stools once in 6-8 days. This is normal ...  Read More

I am a mother who is feeding a newborn baby what headache tablet I can use now and also what constipation tablet is safe to use as mother now?

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Dear parents, Tab paracetamol 500mg for headache &syp duphalac for contipation. ...  Read More

My newborn is 4 wks old. he was suffering from loose motion last week , and its get recovered after feeding both fm and bm alternately. now for the past 2 days he doesn't poop. internet says it's common among new born not to.poop for few days. but I feel like he is struggling to poop, is this a sign of constipation? How to cure this?

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Give only breastfeed. Stop formula ...  Read More

What is the effect on the brain of a newborn when we swing them - is it beneficial or not ... ......

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Why do we need to first of all ? ...  Read More

I am having constipation not able to stool properly it causes pain in butt hole and stomach. Are these symptoms of piles ?

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To take plenty of water fruits vegetables ...  Read More

Hello doctor Can constipation and gas problem with out abdominal discomfort/ pain can be considered As Symptoms of IBS c pls advise

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Yes. They can be symptoms of IBS and Functional dyspepsia. These are stress related disorders. Symptoms of IBS are quite vague. ...  Read More

Hi I am having constipation from three months. I can pass the stools regularly but it is hard. I am having only rice and sambhar now and chapathi. I drink 2L of water but still it is of no use. It is quite difficult to pass stools. I have read on the internet that constipation is symptoms of colorectal cancer. Hence, am worries about that. The stoo

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Constipation is not always related to colon cancer. You must be worried if u see fresh bleed in stools. Increase your water intake. ...  Read More

This is for newborn baby girl .Which powder is safe for umbilical cord healing in newborn baby? Is boric powder safe to use?

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Hey. Nothing needs to be applied to the cord stump. The dictum is to keep is dry and clean. Even though a few Paediatricians may prescribe Neosporin dusting powder, it is not necessary. ...  Read More

My Son is 23 days old. He is constipated. I changed his formula and started spoon feeding then his condition improved but again he is constipated and passing HARD STOOL. He does not latches my milk so I have to pump and feed him. Currently he is on mixed feed. He passes stool once in a day. My son is in extreme pain. What should I do.

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Please do thyroid profile for the baby and give him some probiotic drops.Try to feed more frequently ...  Read More

My newborn is 4 wks old. he was suffering from loose motion last week ,motion test results the following " reducing substance in stool 1+" so doctor said it's lactose intolerance and asked me to feed soy based fm and bm alternately.I am doing that now and loose motion was stopped.now for the past 2 days he doesn't poop. internet says it's common

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Doesn’t not seem like an issue, U may wait for 2-3 more days U need to be concerned only if baby is not feeding, or baby is passing less urine, or she/he is dull and lethargic Yes babies go without p ...  Read More

When should newborn be massaged after birth. Is it safe to remove newborn breast milk during massage.

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Can start from 4 weeks. Should avoid pressing or squeezing baby's breasts ...  Read More

Which oil should be used on newborn after birth. And when to massage newborn. How many times should i massage baby

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Greetings you can use coconut oil to massage,once a day u can do massage ...  Read More

Hi doctor, Which is the most reliable location to find if my newborn has fever? N what is the normal range.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have hired a nanny to take care of my 1 week old newborn baby because of her experience. However I see she rocking the baby on her lap in a fast motion which appears a bit aggressive. While she says that's normal and needs to be done while babies cry uncontrollably, I am a bit worried about shaken baby syndrome. What are this first signs / sympto

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Better avoid ...  Read More

How many weeks does it take for a newborn baby to stop making grunting noises all night .............

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Saline nasal drops, 1 drop 4 times a day ...  Read More

Hello all..can we give Woodward Gripe Water to 2week4days old baby...?? She hasn't pooped for 2 days..today is her third day...peeing frequently but I think she wants to poop but is difficult to pass stool...even she is passing gas too...what to do..tried to massage her tummy & doing cycling excercise through her legs too.

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Better to avoid. It's normal for newborn not to pass stool frequently. If feeding well, no abdominal distension, no need to worry. Continue breastfeeding ...  Read More

What are some advice you can give to understand if a new born baby is getting jaundice ? However , we have done TSB test and result is within biological range and baby is doing fine. We are monitoring newborn baby for any symptoms but not sure what to monitor ? Can you give some advice what to monitor?

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You can monitor if the baby yellowish colur is deepening, or it is alsi involving palms and soles, baby getting lethargic, and not feeding well, having abnormal movement. ...  Read More

My newborn niece of 11 days has 14.1 bilirubin. Is this serious, should we keep him in nicu? Please assist.

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Not as such But needs test for the reason And follow up after 2 days ...  Read More

My baby is 17days old. She was born prematurely and is currently on demand feed. As I am not producing enough breast milk, I am giving her Pre Nan(formula feed) too. Out of her average 10-12 feeds I am giving her breastmilk 3-4times. Today she seems constipated and had slight blood in her stool. What should be done in that case?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Hi my newborn who is 20 days old...from birth her right eye is watering not always but 3 times a day...her right eye is tearing ...is this normal for newborn?

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Tears are formed above the eyes. They flow through the eye and then get drained via a pipe into the nose. This pipe gets blocked in infants and so the tears come out from the corners. This is as such ...  Read More

Is there any for constipation My whole family have problem of constipation Could you recommended medicine for constipation?

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Hi dear a homoeopathic treatment will give you a permanent cure naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Medicines will reach you via courier service ...  Read More

My newborn is 27 day old and she is pooping a lot. Is their any problem. Poop Is yellow in color running consistency with some grains in it

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Need detailed history and baby examination Pls opt for video call consultation with us for details ...  Read More

I have covid and i have 1 month old baby. Do i need to test for my newborn. Also what should i do with breastfeed? I am not taking any medicines yet.

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Hello madam Don't worry . By being with baby may or may not get covid but best way to protect your baby is breastfeeding. By breastfeeding you can transfer your antibodies to your baby. Use face mask. ...  Read More

My daughter who is 6 years old smells like a newborn baby. It is mild to medium.. it was since she was a baby and it's still there.. what can be the reason.. Along with this symptom ther is one one.. she usually tells she feels tingling sensation around the umbilical region. No pain .. no nausea or fever. Can anyone please tell me what can be th

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Very non specific and harmless complaints Anywys these aren't life threatening complaints but to clear ur doubts visit a pediatrician in their clinic ...  Read More

Having problems in my constipation. Age:27 Married Women. Symptoms: Poop is hard and dry. Feeling difficult to poop. Feeling Tired. Unexpected weight gain.

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Drink plenty of fluids Eat plenty of fibre rich food i.e carrots, cucumbers, papaya, almonds oats, chia seeds etc Avoid sitting down for a longer duration Increase physical activity Avoid indigenous m ...  Read More

Patient is diagnosed with end stage renal problem. now he is facing constipation problems.even after taking all sorts of medicines he is still constipated.please tell me what is the best way to clear it or this is a symptom of something more dangerous?

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What are his reports? Is he on dialysis? Whats calcium and pth levels? ...  Read More

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