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Suggest Treatment For Severe Constipation In A Child

Dear Doctor, My son is 3 year old and he is suffering with severe constipation. He passes stools once in 3 to 7 days that to by giving medications like creamafin 5 ml.. he doesn t eat properly too.. he sits down flat on the ground while he has an urgent to poop and tries to poop with so much of strain. He is having this issue for past two months..pls help us out doctor.
Fri, 12 Jul 2019
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Hello,

Constipation can cause stomach cramps, reduced appetite, and irritability. Constipation can usually be controlled with good bowel habits and medicines.

Diet is less important in treatment of constipation in children than it is in adults. Giving your child adequate fibre in their diet might help prevent constipation in some children who have a natural tendency.

To add more fiber to your child's diet, you can give your child: At least two servings of fruit each day. Fruits with the peel left on, such as plums, prunes, raisins, apricots and peaches, have a lot of fibre.

At least three servings of vegetables each day.Cereals that are less processed, such as bran cereals, shredded wheat, whole grain cereals or oatmeal. Avoid refined cereals, such as corn flakes and rice bubbles.

Potty train your child, Children should learn to respond to their body's urge to poo. It is important for constipated children to develop the habit of sitting on the toilet regularly.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Constipation In A Child

Hello, Constipation can cause stomach cramps, reduced appetite, and irritability. Constipation can usually be controlled with good bowel habits and medicines. Diet is less important in treatment of constipation in children than it is in adults. Giving your child adequate fibre in their diet might help prevent constipation in some children who have a natural tendency. To add more fiber to your child s diet, you can give your child: At least two servings of fruit each day. Fruits with the peel left on, such as plums, prunes, raisins, apricots and peaches, have a lot of fibre. At least three servings of vegetables each day.Cereals that are less processed, such as bran cereals, shredded wheat, whole grain cereals or oatmeal. Avoid refined cereals, such as corn flakes and rice bubbles. Potty train your child, Children should learn to respond to their body s urge to poo. It is important for constipated children to develop the habit of sitting on the toilet regularly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon