How is congenital megacolon in children treated?

Patient's question:

Patient Age: Two and a half months
Recently diagnosed with congenital infantile megacolon. Is surgical treatment necessary? Are there any other options? If surgery is performed, are there any postoperative complications? We are in Nanjing. Could you recommend a hospital for treatment? Thank you!

Doctor's answer:

It is recommended to have a barium enema examination at the hospital. If the condition is mild or detected early, conservative treatment can be used. Frequently use your fingers to gently open the child's anus, or insert small pieces of soap into the anus to stimulate bowel movements. It is important to cultivate the habit of regular bowel movements in children. There are many factors that can cause pediatric digestive diseases. If the child is diagnosed with a pediatric digestive disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, assist with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to develop picky eating habits in children and maintain a balanced diet.