Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my baby is two and a half months old. For the past week, he hasn't had a bowel movement, and every time he needs to use soap to stimulate it before he can go. What could be the reason? How can it be resolved? Thank you! First follow-up question: The baby has been exclusively breastfed, and he has a bit of eye discharge, but otherwise he is normal.Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on the situation you described, the child has developed constipation. Currently, the child's digestive system is not fully developed, and their spleen and stomach function is relatively weak. The gastrointestinal motility is also slower, and constipation may be caused by poor gastrointestinal absorption. It is recommended to give the child more vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber and to drink more water. Additionally, you can consider taking spleen-strengthening and stomach-nourishing medications. For children who still have constipation, it is advisable to seek treatment from a doctor at the hospital.