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Suggest Remedies For Constipation In Children
Question: My daughter, XXXX is 7years old and she is suffering from Constipation problem. she is suffering a lot and she afraid to go to potty. which is slowly resulting in very bad way she has to struggle a lot. Please advise ?
Brief Answer:
As mention below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Welcome to HCM and thanks for the query
I understand your concern
Constipation cause hard stool and when it pass through anal route, produce pain.
I would suggest to consult the paediatrician and undergo proper examination for better management.
Following treatment will helpful:
Saline and soap emena through anal rout give immediate relief.
Put dulcolax suppository
Syrup cremaffin and dicyclomine Only after consulting a pediatrician
Give high dietary fiber with supplements like senna.
Give fruits like ripe banana
Give lots of water and maintain hydration
Hope I have answered your query
If you have further query then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
As mention below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Welcome to HCM and thanks for the query
I understand your concern
Constipation cause hard stool and when it pass through anal route, produce pain.
I would suggest to consult the paediatrician and undergo proper examination for better management.
Following treatment will helpful:
Saline and soap emena through anal rout give immediate relief.
Put dulcolax suppository
Syrup cremaffin and dicyclomine Only after consulting a pediatrician
Give high dietary fiber with supplements like senna.
Give fruits like ripe banana
Give lots of water and maintain hydration
Hope I have answered your query
If you have further query then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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