What to do about abdominal distension in premature infants
Disease description:
My close friend just gave birth to her baby prematurely. When I visited her today, she mentioned that the baby has some abdominal bloating. What should be done for abdominal distension in premature infants?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xie Zixing
If abdominal distension in premature infants is caused by excessive feeding volume, the amount of milk can be reduced, with a strategy of smaller, more frequent feedings. Additionally, hands can be warmed by rubbing them together, or a warm towel or hot water bottle can be used to apply heat to the infant's abdomen, combined with gentle clockwise massage. This can stimulate gastrointestinal motility and effectively relieve symptoms.
