Patient's question:
My baby is a premature child, and I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has had a series of problems, and I am very concerned, afraid that the child will get worse. How should I handle it if a 17-day-old baby does not have a bowel movement?Doctor's answer:
The symptoms of the child are caused by constipation. It is recommended to try treating it with abdominal massage in a timely manner. Taking a moderate amount of honey orally is also acceptable. Generally, there is no need to worry as it is normal. The child is affected by neonatal diseases, so family members must take the child to a doctor for timely medical treatment and avoid using medicine blindly to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it is important to observe changes in the child's symptoms and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.