Patient's question:
Baby feels uncomfortable after drinking milk, throat feels like there is something stuck in it, baby cries sharply.Previous treatment and effectiveness: None
What kind of help is desired: Understand the cause and find a solution
Doctor's answer:
I don't know how old the baby is. If it's a small infant, there are two possible reasons for this situation. One is a respiratory infection with phlegm causing it. The other possibility is congenital laryngeal stridor, which may be due to low calcium levels during the mother's pregnancy, leading to poor development of the baby's laryngeal cartilage.1. To distinguish whether it's a respiratory infection or laryngeal stridor, a doctor needs to perform percussion. If necessary, a chest X-ray may also be required.
2. If the child has bronchitis, anti-inflammatory and expectorant medications can be given.
3. If the stridor is caused by this issue, it's not a major problem. Most children recover on their own before the age of 2. Taking appropriate calcium supplements can also aid in recovery.
Wishing your baby a healthy growth!