Question
The newborn cries at night and is unsoothed, with a cold back, sweating, and a bluish complexion. The next day, the face looks better but the back remains cool, and the voice is hoarse. Is medication treatment needed? The baby is just over a month old.
Answer
If a newborn cries for no apparent reason at night and does not calm down after being comforted, showing signs of a cold back, sweating, and a bluish complexion, it should be considered that the baby may be experiencing discomfort. This could be due to coldness, hunger, or abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is more likely since the baby’s digestive function is not yet mature, which may lead to the accumulation of intestinal gas and severe pain. It is recommended to take the baby to the hospital for an abdominal ultrasound examination and to provide at least 800 units of vitamin D daily.