Patient's question:
The baby hasn't had a bowel movement for 4 days. Today, while washing their bottom, they passed a little bit, which seemed very sticky and hard to come out. They are breastfed, and their stomach always makes gurgling sounds, their farts are very smelly, and they don't sleep well during the day. A few days ago, they were having bowel movements several times a day, but each time only a little bit, with curds in it. They drank two probiotics, and then they stopped having bowel movements. The baby doesn't drink water.Doctor's answer:
A 70-day-old male baby hasn't had a bowel movement for 4 days, is breastfed, and has very foul gas. He doesn't sleep well during the day. It is considered that constipation may be caused by indigestion, accompanied by calcium deficiency. It is recommended to first use infant glycerin suppositories to relieve constipation. Coordinate with taking digestive aids such as Compound B solution, Jianpi San, or probiotics. Drink more hot water and coordinate with abdominal massage for the baby to enhance absorption and bowel movement. Honey water can be given if necessary. It is recommended to have a thorough trace element check-up at the hospital to see if there is calcium deficiency. If there is calcium deficiency, it should be addressed promptly.