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Suggest Treatment Fro Constipation In A Baby
My baby is 7 weeks old. He is badly constipated. .he cries a lot. His screaming turns his face red but he is unable to pass stool.now doctor recommended neopepine drops 6 drops thrice in a day. He also refluxes his feed. He is on 50.50 breast feed and formula feed. I cant see him in trouble. Please suggest any trick to cure his bad constipation. I will be very thankful to you.
Tue, 11 Apr 2023
Hi,
Constipation in infants is a common problem that can cause discomfort and distress to both the baby and the parents. Here are some tips to help ease your baby's constipation:
* Offer more fluids: Increase your baby's fluid intake by offering additional breast milk or formula. This can help soften the stool and make it easier to pass.
* Exercise: Help your baby exercise by gently moving his legs in a bicycle motion. This can help stimulate bowel movements.
* Massage: Gently massage your baby's belly in a clockwise direction. This can help move the stool through the intestines.
* Change formula: If your baby is formula-fed, try switching to a different brand that has a different protein source. This may help alleviate constipation.
* Use glycerin suppositories: Your doctor may recommend using a glycerin suppository to help soften and lubricate the stool, making it easier to pass.
* Give Neopeptine drops: Neopeptine drops contain digestive enzymes that can help break down food and alleviate constipation. Follow your doctor's instructions for administering this medication.
If your baby's constipation persists despite these remedies or if he develops other symptoms such as fever or vomiting, consult your pediatrician immediately.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Constipation in infants is a common problem that can cause discomfort and distress to both the baby and the parents. Here are some tips to help ease your baby's constipation:
* Offer more fluids: Increase your baby's fluid intake by offering additional breast milk or formula. This can help soften the stool and make it easier to pass.
* Exercise: Help your baby exercise by gently moving his legs in a bicycle motion. This can help stimulate bowel movements.
* Massage: Gently massage your baby's belly in a clockwise direction. This can help move the stool through the intestines.
* Change formula: If your baby is formula-fed, try switching to a different brand that has a different protein source. This may help alleviate constipation.
* Use glycerin suppositories: Your doctor may recommend using a glycerin suppository to help soften and lubricate the stool, making it easier to pass.
* Give Neopeptine drops: Neopeptine drops contain digestive enzymes that can help break down food and alleviate constipation. Follow your doctor's instructions for administering this medication.
If your baby's constipation persists despite these remedies or if he develops other symptoms such as fever or vomiting, consult your pediatrician immediately.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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