Hi, My daughter is 3 years old and has constipation problem, if she is not passing stool for 2 to 3 days we are giving enema(neotomic enema- suggested by local doctor) we have given enema 4 times in last 2 months. Is it advisable to use enema these many times? does it have any side effects?

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. no problem you can give enima occasionally but not regularly Constipation is very common in babies you have to modify the food which is more in fibre like green leafy vegetables and seasonal fruits like apple mango papaya banana etc

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