Question
The child hasn’t had a bowel movement for five days, with normal diet and no abnormalities found during medical check-ups. Medication has been ineffective.
Answer
It’s important for parents to correctly guide the child by giving signals before they defecate, such as blowing a whistle. In terms of diet, it’s appropriate to provide refined foods, vegetables, sweet potatoes, and fruits. For children who frequently experience constipation, in addition to cultivating a regular defecation habit, it may also be necessary to occasionally administer medications that promote intestinal peristalsis and lubricate the intestines. Moreover, attention should be paid to the timing of milk powder and calcium intake to avoid consuming them simultaneously, as this may lead to constipation. This can also interfere with the digestion and absorption of milk and calcium, affecting their effectiveness and potentially causing side effects.