Patient's question:
The baby is five months old and hasn't had a bowel movement for eight days. We used glycerin suppositories to help, but now it's been another five days without a bowel movement. Today, we used glycerin suppositories again and the stool came out as follows. During this time, we have used drugs such as Bifidus and probiotics, D3, etc., but they haven't been effective.Doctor's answer:
The baby has not had a bowel movement for a long time, which may be due to constipation, insufficient water intake, or improper feeding. The following treatments can be implemented:Medication: Use glycerin suppositories for enema.
Massage: Spend 10 minutes daily, massaging the abdomen. Let the child lie in bed with their body relaxed. Place the palms of both hands on top of each other over the navel. First, massage in a clockwise direction 100 times, then in a counterclockwise direction 100 times. Apply moderate pressure with gentle movements.
If there is still no improvement, it is recommended to have a thorough examination of the intestines for any malformations.