A one-year-old child with constipation

Patient's question:

I am 34 years old. Recently, I don't know why I always feel nauseous and like vomiting. My stomach has a dull ache, and sometimes I experience heartburn and acid reflux. I went to the hospital, and it was fine for a while, but then it started again. Please ask about constipation in children over one year old.

Doctor's answer:

In this case for babies, it is usually caused by stomach upset or indigestion. First, give the baby more water. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and massage the baby's abdomen more often. Boil some pear water, white radish water, and hawthorn water for the baby. You can also take some stomach-settling oral liquid or probiotics orally. Appropriately increase outdoor activities for the baby. Alternatively, walking the baby more can also promote gastrointestinal movement, aid digestion, and improve bowel movements. When necessary, you can use soap water or warm water to bathe the baby's anal area, which can also help with bowel movements.

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