Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Persistent Constipation In Children?
my 3 and a half year old boy has had constipation since he was a ababy. We have tried a number of things including movicol and lactulose. Doctor says there is no medical reason for his constipation. We are trying to potty train but he is resistant and will not have anything to do with it. How can we put him at ease and stop him witholding his poo? He will not sit on the potty or toilet and often 'tries' up to 5 times a day but only a bit comes out each time.
Mon, 9 Jun 2014
Thanks for the query.
It seems like your child has functional constipation.
So don't worry you can do the course of syp. Lactulose at night for 3 months continuosly so that he will develop habbit of going to toilet regularly.
Hope i helped you.
It seems like your child has functional constipation.
So don't worry you can do the course of syp. Lactulose at night for 3 months continuosly so that he will develop habbit of going to toilet regularly.
Hope i helped you.
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Lactulose
Loading Online Doctors....