Question
A parent inquired about their six-month-old baby who has developed constipation after introducing complementary food. The baby’s stools are dry and sometimes difficult to pass. The parent wants to know if this is related to the improper introduction of complementary food and how to handle the situation.
Answer
The doctor suggests that it may be due to an excessive amount of complementary food introduced at once, and advises the parents to reduce the quantity of complementary food. At the same time, parents should pay attention to observing the baby’s diet and defecation, and take appropriate measures to help relieve constipation. When treating pediatric constipation, general treatment methods should be considered, and parents should utilize regular treatment means to help children recover from the disease as soon as possible, without affecting their growth and development.