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How Can The Habit Of Holding In Stool Without Defecation In A Child Be Managed?
Question: Hello! My grandson is 3 years old and he holds in his bowel movements... does the "chicken dance" and will not let it out. What is the problem and what can we do?
Brief Answer:
Could be habitual constipation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
I think your grandson is having habitual constipation. I have certain questions and suggestions for you.
Questions:
1. Did your grandson pass motion or meconium on day one of life?
2. Since how long is he constipated/ doing like this?
3. Does the kid have any bleeding along with hard stools?
4. How much milk does the kid consume per day?
5. Does the kid eat fruits and vegetables (fibre diet) appropriately?
Suggestions:
1. Natural methods are the best to relieve constipation.
2. Constipation is a risk factor for urinary tract infection.
3. Maximum milk consumption per day should not exceed 300-400ml
4. Minimum 3-4 cups of fruits and vegetables to be consumed per day
5. Toilet training - that is - sitting in XXXXXXX type of lavatory daily at the same time will help a lot.
Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
Could be habitual constipation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
I think your grandson is having habitual constipation. I have certain questions and suggestions for you.
Questions:
1. Did your grandson pass motion or meconium on day one of life?
2. Since how long is he constipated/ doing like this?
3. Does the kid have any bleeding along with hard stools?
4. How much milk does the kid consume per day?
5. Does the kid eat fruits and vegetables (fibre diet) appropriately?
Suggestions:
1. Natural methods are the best to relieve constipation.
2. Constipation is a risk factor for urinary tract infection.
3. Maximum milk consumption per day should not exceed 300-400ml
4. Minimum 3-4 cups of fruits and vegetables to be consumed per day
5. Toilet training - that is - sitting in XXXXXXX type of lavatory daily at the same time will help a lot.
Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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