Question
A seven-month-old baby boy was fed once at 9 PM and again at 10 PM. He cried, so he was fed again at 1 AM, and then at 5 AM. Now, he’s crying non-stop and passing smelly farts. What should I do? Thank you.
Answer
If a baby cries and has smelly farts, it may be necessary to pay attention to abdominal pain caused by poor digestion. You can apply a cold compress and perform clockwise massage on the baby’s abdomen to promote bowel movement. If the crying is still severe, further detailed examination may be needed to rule out issues such as intussusception. Avoid frequent breastfeeding when the baby cries, as this may increase gastrointestinal pressure and cause discomfort in the baby’s abdomen. Observe the baby’s body temperature and bowel movements to find the cause of the crying and treat accordingly.