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My 3weeks old suffers from gas he is now on similac sensitive. he is doing a bit better with this one but still gets red passing gas, what can i do? =(

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Discuss with PCP: It often takes a week or so to see if a formula change will help, as the preceding feed must be flushed from the system. If your kid in not noticeably better after the change, it may not be a formula issue or this may not be the formula you need.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/24/2013

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A member asked:

My 3weeks old suffers from gas he is now on similac sensitive. he is doing a bit better with this one but still gets red passing gas, what can i do? =(

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

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