#asktheexpert hello doctor my baby has ingested hair strands. he has been sucking his fingers for the past 2 to 3 weeks. it has become an habit. dound few hair strands in his poop. is it something to worry. also how to get rid of this habit. please advice.

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Surbhi MalhotraMom of 2 children1 Year ago

A. Its very common in babies to put hands in fingers, give teething toys, remove fingers whenver you found in mouth. keep clean around or avoid small things around which they can put it in mouth

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