Patient's question:
The child has been born for a month, and I have been taking very good care of him. It was fine for a while, with no discomfort, but recently he always likes to hiccup? I don't know what the reason is. As a new mother, I really don't know what to do?Doctor's answer:
If an infant suddenly starts hiccuping without any other illness, treatment is usually not necessary. Typically, it will stop on its own after a short period of time, unless the attack lasts for 5 to 10 minutes. After the baby finishes drinking milk, you can hold the baby for a while, gently pat the baby's back, or lightly massage the abdomen to help with digestion. This can prevent the baby from hiccuping and spitting up. However, if the baby frequently hiccups, has decreased appetite, weight loss, or frequent vomiting, it is recommended to take the infant to the hospital for a detailed examination.