Question
My child is 6 years old, and he looks normal during dinner, but he has been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort and has not had a bowel movement for several days. We haven’t taken him to get checked or treated yet. We want to know how we can help him.
Answer
Based on the description, the child may be facing issues with gastrointestinal discomfort and insufficient intestinal motility, which could also be related to imbalances in the intestinal flora or congenital megacolon. In addition to observing the symptoms of gastrointestinal discomfort, attention should also be paid to whether there are other abnormal manifestations such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or crying. Firstly, parents should remain calm and ensure that the child has adequate rest and good sleep quality. You can try giving the child oral medications such as Simmilaris Decoction or Golden Bifidus to improve the condition. If the problem persists, it is advisable to take the child to a regular pediatric department of a hospital for diagnosis as soon as possible, including rectal examination and colonoscopy, in order to develop an appropriate treatment plan based on the results of the examination.