Question
How to prevent and treat infant constipation?
Answer
The causes of children’s constipation may include dryness and internal congestion, intestinal heat, or heat damage to the Yin, leading to dryness of the intestines. It could also be due to milk and food accumulation, stagnation in the middle Jiao, or insufficient Qi and blood, resulting in the intestines not being sufficiently moistened. Treatment should focus on clearing the bowels, releasing heat, and moistening the intestines for defecation. For infants, the best approach is to adjust the diet, consume more vegetables and fruits, and consider using traditional Chinese medicine for internal clearing and purgation therapy to regulate gastrointestinal function.