Question
A one-month-old girl baby appears extremely distressed before each bowel movement and gas release, with a flushed face and clenched hands and feet. She has frequent bowel movements of varying consistency. What are the possible causes and solutions?
Answer
The baby’s current symptoms may be due to incomplete development of the colon function. It is recommended that parents give the baby oral probiotics to regulate the intestines, and pay attention to the baby’s breastfeeding and dietary hygiene. At the same time, avoid eating cold or spicy irritant foods, keep the baby’s abdomen warm, and gently massage the baby’s abdomen to promote intestinal peristalsis and absorption. If you are concerned about the condition, you can bring the baby’s stool sample to the hospital for examination.