What are the reasons for abdominal distension in newborns?

Patient's question:

My son is one and a half months old. He is being mixed-fed. For the past 20 days, he has been experiencing abdominal bloating. He cannot sleep peacefully from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. and kicks his legs forcefully. His symptoms relieve after defecation. His stools are hard with curds and he has thrush. What are the causes of abdominal bloating in newborns? What should be done?

Doctor's answer:

Hello. Navel patches, probiotics, etc. Can be used as needed. Thrush can be treated with the following methods: Thrush is a fungal infection in the mouth. There are several treatment methods. First. 1% gentian violet is used in the mouth; Second. Mix clotrimazole powder (or powdered tablets) with sesame oil and apply it to the mouth; Third. Grind nystatin tablets into powder, mix with sesame oil, and apply it to the mouth; Fourth. Apply 5% sodium bicarbonate to the mouth. Choose one of the four methods. Once a day in the morning and once a day at night. Continue using the medication for two more days after the mouth fungus disappears. Wish your baby good health.

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