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Guardian of a 4 yr 7 m old girl3 years ago
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#AskTheExpert my 15months baby girl is severely affected with constipation, what to do?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago
A. Constipation is usually a very common problem seen in many where the most important causative factor is decrease intake of fiber rich diet along with lesser fluid intake. some food like junk food mostly containing maida and oily food can aggravate such condition. Here the diet modification should be tried first so encourage fibre diet give fruits and vegetable . Avoid excess of cows or buffalo milk and maida containing food . Medicatfgions like lactulose , milk of magnesia and Peg (muout ) powderare used . In emergency situation soap water with finger stimulation in rectal area and glycerine suppository can be tried .
meeta agarwalMom of 2 children3 years ago
A. Hello, Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids. Stick to water or water with just a splash of fruit juice. ... Get your child moving. Exercise stimulates digestion and helps prevent constipation. Stock up on fiber-rich foods. ... Institute some sort of reward system. ... Use petroleum jelly.
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