What should I do if a newborn doesn't have a bowel movement for five days?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

In your case, it may be due to deficiency of fluids in the intestines and dryness of the bowels. This condition involves a loss of fluids, lack of moisture in the intestines, impaired function of peristalsis, and is primarily characterized by dry and hard stools, difficulty in defecation, and symptoms of fluid deficiency. It is also known as the syndrome of deficiency of fluids in the large intestine. Excessive internal heat in the intestines can be treated with Bian Nai Tong Cha.