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I need medical advice for my six month old baby. she clings her fists o around our hands very tightly and kicks her feet as though she is in deep pain?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Observe for: If the baby is feeding, not ill and growing well, most likely she is fine. Monitor for fever,signs of illness and please follow up with your pediatrician.

Answered 12/9/2019

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