How Can Severe Colic Pain In A Child Be Treated?

Posted on Sun, 8 Apr 2018

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Question : My baby 3 1/2 month has having severe colic pain mostly night doctors given gastrica drop but it doesn't work lot .

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Proper burping needs to be ensured

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Let me first ask whether the baby is exclusively breast fed or whether formula feeds are being given. Babies often get colics especially when on formula feeds. In such a case switching back to breast milk should provide relief. You should burp the baby for at least 15-20 mins after each feed. All you need to do is to hold the baby head end elevated for this duration. The extra air is taken causes distention and hence colics. Proper burping will ensure its escape and the milk will not regurgitate back from the stomach to the food pipe, thus providing relief. You can otherwise continue to give Gastrica or may give Coliaid Drops when needed.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Diptanshu Das, Pediatrician

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