Patient's question:
What is the reason why a five-month-old baby keeps hiccuping? Sometimes it hiccups just when laughing. Treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment. What kind of help do you want: Want to know the cause.Doctor's answer:
In most cases, it is due to the baby inhaling air while feeding. After the air enters the stomach, because gas is lighter than liquid, it rises to the top, causing discomfort.In most cases, it is due to the baby inhaling air while feeding. After the air enters the stomach, because gas is lighter than liquid, it rises to the top, causing discomfort.
When feeding, make sure the baby fully latches onto the nipple. If using a bottle, be careful not to leave any air in the nipple. After feeding, it's best to have the child lie on an adult's shoulder and gently pat their back to help the ingested air come out.
I hope this explanation helps you.