Question
My daughter is now one year and three months old, but in recent days, she has experienced a decrease in bowel movements and constipation. Moreover, her appetite is not good, and she eats only a little during a meal before crying and refusing to eat more. How should we handle children’s constipation issues?
Answer
If infants show constipation symptoms, it is often related to a decrease in appetite. If they suffer from dyspepsia, the reduced appetite can lead to less food residue in the intestines, making it easier for stools to become dry and hard, resulting in constipation. Oral digestive health medications can be used for treatment, and it is also important to maintain warmth, avoid catching a cold, and increase water intake moderately.