Patient's question:
The baby has difficulty defecating, which has been going on for about two months. However, it only started after a fever. The doctor said it was due to excessive use of antibiotics.Previous treatment and effectiveness: The doctor mentioned that using glycerin suppositories could help improve the condition.
The kind of assistance needed: How can the discomfort and condition be relieved and treated...
Doctor's answer:
(1) Gently rub the child's abdomen with the palm, starting from the navel as the center, moving from left to right in a jumping motion. Massage 10 times, rest for 5 minutes, then massage another 10 times. Repeat this process 3 times.(2) Have the child lie face down. Grasp the child's legs and perform flexion and extension exercises——10 times in total. Then, perform flexion and extension with one leg 10 times.
(3) Apply an oily topical medication (such as tetracycline ointment) to the child's anal opening. Place soft paper underneath and gently push and press the anus, slowly doing this 10 times. Usually, the child will soon feel the urge to defecate or will defecate.