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What Causes Sluggish Bowel Movements In A Child?

hi, my 1 and half month old son is not passing stool properly from past 3 days. yesterday he had very little stool only once during day. he is on breastfeed only and usually passes stool twice or thrice a day. Please tell me if this of any concern. I consulted his doc yesterday and he said babies sometimes dont pass stool for 4-5 days thanks
Thu, 8 Aug 2019
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Hello,

As per your history its absolutely not a concern if the baby does not poo for a few days.

It's not of concern until and unless the baby is crying continuously, refusing to feed, or not sleeping well.

Breastmilk is a perfect formula for your baby and if it's getting properly absorbed then very less waste residue is left to form poop.

All you can do is breastfeed as baby's need and give him some tummy massage and tummy exercises.

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

Regards,
Dr Shyam Kale, Family and General Physician.
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What Causes Sluggish Bowel Movements In A Child?

Hello, As per your history its absolutely not a concern if the baby does not poo for a few days. It s not of concern until and unless the baby is crying continuously, refusing to feed, or not sleeping well. Breastmilk is a perfect formula for your baby and if it s getting properly absorbed then very less waste residue is left to form poop. All you can do is breastfeed as baby s need and give him some tummy massage and tummy exercises. Hope I have answered your query, let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shyam Kale, Family and General Physician.