Question
My one-year-old and three-month-old daughter has been experiencing an increase in bowel movements lately, along with a recurrence of constipation. Her appetite isn’t very good either; she eats just a little at each meal and then refuses to eat anymore. How should I handle her pediatric constipation problem?
Answer
When infants exhibit constipation symptoms, it is often related to a decrease in appetite. If a child has indigestion and reduced appetite, the residue in the intestines will decrease, making it easier for the stool to become dry and hard, leading to constipation. In this situation, you can administer stomach-soothing and digestion-promoting medication to the child, while also ensuring warmth, avoiding catching a cold, and increasing fluid intake.