My 8-month-old baby has been making a wheezing sound for a few days, especially at night. My mother-in-law thinks it might be asthma, which her brother had as a child. I'm a bit worried, so what signs should I look out for in such a small baby?
4 months ago
Beta, with such small babies we have to be very careful about chest congestion. Watch their breathing when they sleep, if the chest is sinking in too much then it is not normal. You can keep a little warm mustard oil with ajwain nearby for light steam, but please do not delay and show a proper child specialist doctor immediately.
4 months ago
Honestly please do not wait to observe at home. My son had severe breathing issues last winter and we thought it was just a normal cold until his oxygen dropped. Any wheezing or whistling sound when an infant breathes needs an emergency pediatrician checkup right away.
4 months ago
I am no expert on baby health, usually I only worry about what heavy Punjabi food to eat next! But yes, if the little one is struggling to feed or getting tired while drinking milk, it could be a sign of breathing trouble. Definitely check with a doctor to be safe, yaar.
4 months ago
Please do not search for symptoms on Google or ask on random forums for an infant. Diagnosing asthma in babies is actually very tricky and only a qualified pediatrician can do it after clinical tests. Take your baby to a hospital clinic and get a professional opinion instead of self-diagnosing.
4 months ago
A baby's breathing should naturally be very rhythmic and gentle from the belly. If you see their nostrils flaring or hear a tight, dry cough constantly, their airways might be stressed. Keep the room air fresh and free of dust, and let a doctor examine their lungs first.
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