4-year-old baby. How to deal with constipation for a long time?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Constipation in children can be resolved using painless methods.
(1) Gently rub the child's abdomen with the palm of your hand, starting from the navel and moving in a clockwise direction. Massage 10 times, rest for 5 minutes, then massage another 10 times. Repeat this process 3 times.
(2) Have the child lie on their back and gently perform leg flexion and extension movements by lifting and lowering both legs, repeating 10 times. Then, do the same with one leg, repeating 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 repeating 10 times. Usually, the child will soon feel the urge to defecate or have a bowel movement.