Question
My child is now three months old. Since two months ago, they have not been able to defecate on their own; they only pass stool after being stimulated with soap sticks or cotton swabs. The stool is soft and sticky, with a runny consistency inside. They only defecate when stimulated and cry if they cannot pass stool today. The treatment and effects experienced so far: used Wang’s Baohu Wan, Jinshuangqi Probiotics. Seeking assistance: Is this constipation? What kind of treatment is needed? Could it be a gastrointestinal problem? I am seeking help.
Answer
This situation should consider possible causes such as baby discomfort, improper feeding, and insufficient intestinal motility. Avoid using soap sticks frequently to prevent dependency. Pay attention to drinking plenty of water, and the mother should consume fresh vegetables and fruits. You can give the baby a clockwise abdominal massage, take Zangling Shusugar, an oral syrup that promotes intestinal peristalsis and increases stool moisture, while maintaining a certain osmotic pressure to help with defecation.