Patient's question:
A two-month-old baby has recently been having bowel movements only every few days, and this time it has been eight days since the last bowel movement. However, the baby is urinating frequently and drinking milk normally. I would like to ask the doctor if it is normal for the baby to have bowel movements only every eight days, or if there could be any reasons for this? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
The baby has bowel movements only every few days, which may be due to indigestion or slow intestinal movement. If the stool is dry, it could be indigestion. It is recommended to take Xiao Er Qing Re Ning Granules orally to regulate the condition, drink more water, gently massage the baby's abdomen to promote intestinal movement. Probiotics can also be given to the child for regulation, and more water should be fed. The abdomen should be massaged in a clockwise direction. If the condition remains unstable for a long time, it is necessary to go to the hospital to rule out congenital intestinal diseases.