Patient's question:
The child is three and a half months old now, and it's been about ten or eleven days. A few days ago, they had a four-day bowel movement, sometimes having one every two or three days. Every morning, he wants to have a bowel movement, and when he strains but can't, he gets upset and cries. There are no other symptoms, and they haven't seen a doctor. The bowel movement is normal in color, but it's sticky and not well-formed. Now, it's been three days since the last one.Previous treatment and effectiveness: None.
What help is desired: Normal bowel movements, preferably without medication.
Doctor's answer:
The baby's condition is primarily considered to be acute gastroenteritis. It can be caused by factors such as intestinal microbiota imbalance, gastrointestinal dysfunction, or overfeeding. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and other discomforts. It is recommended to visit a pediatric department in the hospital for examinations such as abdominal X-rays, complete blood count tests, and blood tests to aid in diagnosis. If diagnosed, probiotics, multivitamin oral solutions, and other medications may be prescribed. Additionally, suppositories like Kao Sai Ru can be used externally to promote bowel movements. Drinking plenty of water is also recommended.