Question

My child, who is 3 years old, hasn’t had a bowel movement for seven or eight days. This has never happened before, and eating bananas today didn’t help. What should I do? Are there any good methods?

Answer

Based on the description, a 3-year-old child has not had a bowel movement for a consecutive seven days, which may indicate constipation. It is suggested to use an enema to assist with defecation and to treat with oral pediatric Qizhen pills, which are typically effective. In addition, it is recommended that the child consume more vegetables and fruits, especially bananas, and ensure adequate water intake. These are the suggestions for “What should I do if my 3-year-old hasn’t had a bowel movement for seven or eight days?” We hope this helps you, and wish you good health!