Question
The newborn is nine days old and has not had a bowel movement for three days. On the first day after birth, the baby had four stools, one on the second day, and none for the next four days. We used a soap bar to help with bowel movement once, and the baby had another bowel movement later that day. We thought the problem was solved, but it has been three more days since then and the baby still hasn’t had a bowel movement. The baby is not crying or fussing, and appetite is normal, with no bloating in the stomach.
Answer
Hello, based on your description, the baby may be suffering from constipation. It is recommended to give the baby more water and, if necessary, use pediatric enema for treatment. If the baby has cold symptoms, treatment should be simultaneous, and children’s rapid cold granules are effective. Pay attention to keeping warm. There are many factors contributing to pediatric digestive diseases. If the baby is diagnosed, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression and cultivating good hygiene habits. The baby’s diet should be reasonable, avoiding irritating or cold foods.