Patient's question:
Doctor, my baby is already six years old. Recently, the child has been experiencing stomach problems and constipation, which is very severe. Seeing the child in pain, I was thinking of manually assisting with defecation. I would like to ask, is it okay to use hands for constipation relief?Doctor's answer:
Constipation has reoccurred again. Most of the time, it is caused by poor living habits or unbalanced diet. When the child experiences constipation again, it is best not to use hands to dig. Many laxative medications can be used for the child. In daily life, it is important to pay attention to letting the child eat more vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber. Drinking more honey water can also be beneficial. It is advisable to eat easily digestible foods.