Patient's question:
Baby is eight and a half months old and hasn't had a bowel movement for seven days. What should I do? Seven days without wanting to have a bowel movement. The child is quite lively. Previous treatment and effectiveness: No care has been taken. Assistance needed: No need to go to the hospital for a thorough check-up.Doctor's answer:
A baby who doesn't have a bowel movement for seven days is called infant constipation in medicine, which is generally directly related to dietary factors, such as insufficient digestive enzymes in the intestines and relatively little intake of plant fiber. It is recommended to use glycerin suppositories to help the baby have a bowel movement. Glycerin suppositories act directly on the intestines, have fewer side effects, and can be used safely. At the same time, in future dietary habits, it is advisable to feed the child some vegetables or fruit puree, which can also help with bowel movements. The above is advice on the question "What should I do if my eight-month-old baby hasn't had a bowel movement for seven days?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!