Question
A child has not had a bowel movement for ten days, has a bloated stomach, is uncomfortable, and medication has been ineffective. How should it be handled?
Answer
If a child hasn’t had a bowel movement for ten days, use a rectal suppository to help with defecation and undergo an abdominal ultrasound examination. At the same time, provide the child with gentle clockwise abdominal massage and pay attention to their appetite. In terms of diet, consume light, high-fiber foods to promote gastrointestinal motility. Children have weaker physical resistance and are more susceptible to digestive system issues. Parents should promptly take their child to the hospital for examination and treatment and follow the doctor’s medication instructions.