Is intestinal gas severe in premature infants, and how long does it take to recover?

Preterm infants often experience severe intestinal gas. For a 32-week preterm infant, symptoms of intestinal distension typically improve gradually as the condition recovers. However, due to differences in individual constitution and treatment response, there is generally no specific timeline for treatment. Neonatal intestinal gas is mainly caused by congenital gastrointestinal disorders, poor feeding habits, or possibly by cold exposure or colds. When a newborn's abdomen becomes chilled, symptoms of intestinal gas may appear, but usually show significant improvement within 1–2 days. At this time, it's important to keep the baby warm. A hot water bottle can be wrapped in a towel and placed near the baby's navel, taking care that the water temperature is not too high to avoid burning the baby's skin.