Question
A parent inquired about their 6-month-old baby who recently experienced abdominal distension and pain. The child often cries and is restless, and medical examination has not revealed a clear cause. The parent asked what medications can help alleviate the baby’s symptoms.
Answer
According to the doctor’s explanation, the baby’s symptoms may be due to functional dyspepsia. Since the baby’s spirits and appetite are good, and the stool test is normal, it indicates there is no viral or bacterial infection. This condition is usually caused by the baby’s poor gastrointestinal digestion ability. The doctor recommends adopting a diet of smaller, more frequent meals and supplementing with yeast powder or pancreatin capsules to enhance the baby’s digestion. Additionally, feeding the baby someJianpi San (tonifying the spleen powder) can also be beneficial.