Patient's question:
Baby was born on the 3rd day of the 10th lunar month in 2011.1. The baby started having a "hot" constitution on the 10th day and it has persisted until now.
2. There is a lot of eye discharge.
3. There are some small red spots on the face.
4. The elders in the family gave the baby rhubarb, but it seems to have had no effect.
Previous treatment and effectiveness: None
What help is desired:
1. What are the effects of the "hot" constitution lasting for 10 days on the baby?
2. Can feeding the baby a "cooling" formula partner help alleviate the excessive eye discharge and red spots?
3. What can the baby eat now to "cool down" and reduce the "hot" constitution?
Doctor's answer:
Babies with stomach issues often show physical outward symptoms, but it doesn't significantly interfere with their internal organs. Consuming fire-clearing can have a certain effect. It's best not to let the baby eat random things now. Here are some suggestions:1. Stick to breastfeeding, and the mother should eat less greasy food and more fruits and vegetables.
2. The baby should drink more water, and one additional water feed can be added between two milk feeds.
3. Acupuncture can be given to the baby, targeting fire-clearing acupoints.