Patient's question:
My baby is now 3 months old. I gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl. Due to an accident, their birth was two months earlier than the expected due date. Now the boy is sick. What should I do if a preterm baby gets sick at 3 months?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, premature infants have relatively weaker immunity. When they get sick, they should see a doctor in time and receive symptomatic treatment after confirming the cause to avoid infecting other infants. Since premature infants are underdeveloped, parents are advised to pay special attention to their care. First, premature infants are physically frail and have incomplete digestive functions. Breastfeeding is the best choice for them. Additionally, fish oil should be supplemented actively on a daily basis, and more sunlight should be given to the baby.