Why Is My Baby Crying at Night? Common Sleep Issues Explained
Why do babies have trouble sleeping at night? My 14-month-old daughter has trouble sleeping at night, often crying out loudly with her eyes closed. She also loves to drink water, consuming about 250-400cc (only water, nothing else). We have ruled out hunger as a cause. What could...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Mrs. Chen: Some children may experience poor digestive function in the abdomen, leading to symptoms such as abdominal bloating. Of course, there are other potential causes, so it is important to have a thorough examination by a physician.[Read More] Why Is My Baby Crying at Night? Common Sleep Issues Explained
Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Infants: Key Questions and Answers
Atopic dermatitis Dr. Zhou: Hello. My child is almost 5 months old. During the health check last week, the doctor mentioned that he has atopic dermatitis (current condition: red rashes on the face, rough skin on hands and feet, prone to sneezing, eyelids easily become red, someti...
Dr. Zhou Zuyou Reply:
1. It is recommended to delay the introduction of solid foods for children with allergic tendencies by 1-2 months. 2. Hypoallergenic formula can be consumed until the age of 3, which is said to reduce the risk of allergies by half. 3. Calcium can improve respiratory allergy s...[Read More] Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Infants: Key Questions and Answers
Understanding Vomiting in Infants: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Pediatric vomiting User question: My 6-month-old baby has been coughing occasionally, and after one or two coughs, he sometimes gags, although most of the time he doesn't actually vomit anything. Occasionally, he does bring up some food from his stomach. However, he doesn&#x...
Dr. Huang Zheming Reply:
Coughing severely to the point of vomiting is a natural phenomenon; however, it is important to first determine whether the cough is caused by a cold. It is advisable to seek further evaluation at a hospital to avoid any delay in treatment.[Read More] Understanding Vomiting in Infants: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Understanding Down Syndrome and Phenylketonuria: Symptoms and Insights
Down syndrome and phenylketonuria? Down syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21. Symptoms of Down syndrome may include characteristic facial features such as a flat facial profile, slanted eyes, and a short neck, ...
Dr. Zhou Zuyou Reply:
Down syndrome, formerly known as Mongolian syndrome, is the most common chromosomal abnormality. Its clinical features include hypotonia, brachycephaly, a flat nasal bridge, and wide-set eyes. The incidence of Down syndrome is approximately 1 in 800 to 1,000 live births, and it i...[Read More] Understanding Down Syndrome and Phenylketonuria: Symptoms and Insights
Understanding Coughing and Eye Rubbing in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Pediatric cough and eye rubbing? The child is currently 6 months old and has recently experienced occasional coughing, which is followed by gagging. Most of the time, there is no vomiting, but occasionally, he does expel some contents from his stomach. There are no signs of a col...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Jackei: Your child may have a tendency towards allergies, so it is important to remove items in the environment that contain pet dander or other allergens. Occasional coughing in children can sometimes occur due to the immaturity of the lower esophageal sphincter, which may...[Read More] Understanding Coughing and Eye Rubbing in Infants: Causes and Solutions