Question
A 1.5-month-old baby frequently has a bloated stomach, crying and fussing at all times, especially at night when sleeping. The baby may get bloated while sleeping at night, and the situation worsens after feeding. What has been the past treatment and its effectiveness? How can we prevent and alleviate the bloating issue?
Answer
This condition in the baby may be due to dyspepsia. The main causes of dyspepsia are an unbalanced diet structure and poor eating habits. It could also be due to a lack of zinc. To avoid selective eating, try to establish a regular bowel movement schedule. When dyspepsia recurs, you can give the baby pediatric digestive powder, pediatric stomach-soothing and digestion tablets, and medications to promote gastrointestinal motility. Additionally, you can supplement with digestive gluconate zinc and various multivitamin mineral tablets. Pay attention to keeping the baby warm and prevent catching a cold. Wishing your family happiness.