Question
Doctor, a 76-day-old baby suddenly refuses to take breast milk. What could be the possible reasons for this situation?
Answer
This situation may be caused by dyspepsia, and you can observe if there is any white substance in the baby’s mouth. If confirmed as dyspepsia, you can try giving the baby suhua water with brown sugar. Since the baby is still very young, it is not recommended to use medication lightly. Provide more fluids, and usually, the situation will improve after a few days. Additionally, growth delay, decreased appetite, and anorexia may be common symptoms of zinc deficiency. You can supplement medication under the guidance of a doctor according to the severity of the baby’s zinc deficiency, while also increasing iron-rich foods in the diet.