9. Fussiness and Irritability: A Constant Symphony of Cries
When we think of babies, fussiness and irritability might not immediately raise alarms; after all, isn’t that just what babies do? However, amidst this backdrop of normal baby behavior, a discerning eye might detect a constant, unyielding pattern of fussiness. It’s a fussiness that leaves you pacing the room, checking diapers, adjusting room temperatures, and second-guessing everything.
So, why is your baby fussing? One could easily chalk it up to common baby woes, but there’s a difference. In the case of pyloric stenosis, the agitation stems from an inability to satiate hunger and the discomfort that accompanies it. It’s a sense of unease that even the coziest swaddle or the softest lullaby can’t alleviate.
The complexity of the issue becomes evident when you try to engage your baby in activities. Despite being surrounded by a multitude of colorful toys, rattles, and even sibling affection, nothing captures their interest. It’s almost like they’ve built a wall between themselves and external stimuli, a wall erected by the discomfort of their condition. (9)
