Patient's question:
My baby has been constipated since starting on formula at 40 days old, only having a bowel movement every 2-4 days, with the longest being 7 days. After taking the medication prescribed by the doctor, the effect hasn't been very good. I'd like to ask what could be the cause of my baby's constipation and inability to pass stool?Doctor's answer:
Infant constipation is a condition where infants have poor gastrointestinal digestive ability and cannot expel feces, leading to constipation. It is necessary to give the baby more water and use baby fire treasure for treatment. You can also massage your abdomen in a clockwise direction and add milk companion or baby fire treasure for treatment. Give the baby more water every day, eat vegetables with every meal, and eat fruit every day. Let the baby exercise more to promote intestinal peristalsis, which is beneficial for fecal discharge.