Patient's question:
My baby is already 60 days old, but he basically needs to burp about twice a day. Is this normal? Additional question: But every time he burps, he has to be fed to stop it. It takes 5 to 10 minutes each time. Is this due to being full?Doctor's answer:
Children often hiccup. Most of them are related to poor gastrointestinal function. It may be related to irregular eating habits, eating disorders, or gastric mucosal damage. You can take your baby to the pediatric department of the hospital for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Medications that can be used to improve gastrointestinal function. You can also give the baby some gastric mucosal protectants. It is necessary to eat regularly. Avoid overeating. Avoid eating raw, cold, spicy, and greasy foods. Try to eat nutritious and easily digestible foods. Hiccuping frequently can also be treated by applying a warm towel or hot water bag to the abdomen for abdominal heat application every day. Massage around the navel in a clockwise direction to promote intestinal peristalsis.