Patient's question:
The baby hiccups badly and also loves to cry. The hiccups stop when drinking milk, but I don't know if this is good. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
If the baby suddenly starts hiccuping without any other illnesses, there is generally no need for treatment. It usually goes away after a while, unless the episode lasts for a long time, such as 5 to 10 minutes.What to do if the baby keeps hiccuping?
Methods/Steps:
1. Gently tap the baby's soles with your fingers to make the baby cry out (don't feel sorry for them). This can stop the sudden contraction of the diaphragm, and the hiccuping will naturally disappear.
2. Pick the baby up and give them a little warm water to help alleviate the hiccuping.
3. Gently tickle the baby's lips or ears with your fingertips. The nerves around the lips are quite sensitive, and tickling can help relax them, making the hiccuping disappear.
4. During hiccuping, you can use toys or soft music to distract and attract the baby's attention.