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Mom of a 3 yr 8 m old boy3 years ago
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Baby is getting hiccups very often and it lasts for 3-5 mins. My doc advised me to feed the baby in slanting position to overcome this, I am following it but still he is getting hiccups. is there anything to worry? and what's the reason behind freq hiccups

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ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago
A. see its normal phenomenon. In such cases you can talk to a doctor and get some blood tests done to reach to a conclusionyou have to do a few more tests and a scan after a local doctor advice for proper treatment
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl3 years ago
A. hi usually hiccups are normal and harmless. but if a child is getting it frequently and feeling discomfort ,it is better to inform your treating doctor for once. at home , offer Small and frequent feeds. try different feeding positions. burp your baby in between and after each feeding.
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