#askexpert Hello, my baby keeps on sucking his fingers. What could be the reason ? Is he hungry ? Even after feeding he does that.

1 Answer

ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist1 Year ago

A. yes can be. better to show to specialist always as they get the correct diagnosis. try to avoid self and extra medication that will only complicate this and create more damage to the child

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