Patient's question:
Premature baby, three months and ten days old, can track objects, sucks thumb, can be made to laugh (the kind that doesn't produce loud laughter), makes babbling sounds, can lift head but not yet steadily, thumb is tucked in, feels tight, has the intention to grasp but cannot hold, and when grasping, the thumb is also tucked in. Is this serious?Doctor's answer:
The baby is three months old, with the mother's fingers curled inward, while other aspects are normal. It should not be a significant problem. At this small age, the baby's nervous development is not yet fully mature. Additionally, the baby is a premature infant. As the baby grows, the condition will gradually improve. It is recommended to frequently massage the baby's fingers to encourage him to hold your hand. Supplement the baby with vitamin D, and let him play outdoors more often to get sun exposure, which is beneficial for calcium absorption. It is advised to take the baby to the pediatric growth and development department for examination and evaluation. It is essential to rule out excessive muscle tension in the baby.