Reflux in infants, also known as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), is a common condition that occurs when stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus. It is especially common in babies under six months old, as their digestive system is still developing. Reflux is usually not a serious condition and can improve on its own as the baby grows older.
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My 5-month-old child has tongue fasciculation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is 5 months old and seems to have tongue fasciculation so it is difficult to feed him. But the baby plays with his hands, legs and does not seem to have a motor problem. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I really feel your concern as a parent. Reflux in babies is not unusual, however, you say that your baby has trouble sucking milk as well. Unfortunately, tongue fasciculation is not regarded as a normal feature. So, I am sorry that I cannot reassure you that there is n... Read Full »
My baby often chokes while drinking formula milk. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is feeding on formula milk. But she often chokes while drinking formula milk. We have increased the scoops of formula milk. She has been peeing a lot and she has not passed the stools since then. Is the formula not suiting her stomach? Should I be concerned? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems the child is having reflux issues. I suggest you get the child evaluated physically by a specialist doctor for the same. Further management will depend on a physical examination by the doctor. It may also... Read Full »
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