Question
A seven-month-old baby has not defecated for four days and the last bowel movement was eight days ago, when a lubricant was used to produce a large amount of stool. Another five days passed, and there was still no defecation. In the past, the baby had a normal bowel movement every morning, but after taking cough medicine, the frequency of defecation increased. After the cough symptoms improved, the bowel movements became irregular. How should this irregular bowel movement be handled?
Answer
Firstly, pay attention to the baby’s diet by increasing the intake of vegetables and fruits, and drinking an adequate amount of water. Additionally, you can take some probiotics, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus powder, to regulate the intestines. If the bowel condition gradually improves, there is no need to worry. However, if the situation does not improve, it is recommended to provide the baby with sufficient water on a daily basis, offer a rich variety of complementary foods such as fruits and vegetables, and take probiotics for regulation. These suggestions may help with dealing with the issue of “a seven-month-old baby has not defecated for four days.” Wishing your child good health.