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How Can severe Constipation In A Child be Treated?

2 1/2 year old could not go all day yesterday, he tried but nothing happened. now he is sleeping but is having a rough night, he is constipated. We are the grand-parents, any over the counter medication? to help him go? is this normal? we do not want to call his parents unless is is absolutely needed.
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Hello,

Consult a pediatrician and get evaluated.

We have to rule out possible causes like congenital hypothyroidism also.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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How Can severe Constipation In A Child be Treated?

Hello, Consult a pediatrician and get evaluated. We have to rule out possible causes like congenital hypothyroidism also. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician