my daughter is 5 months plus and has got constipation. she hasn't pooped for 3 days now. she is mostly on breastfeed and we started with fresh fruit juices few days back. please suggest a solution to her constipation.

1 Answer

Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children4 years ago

A. Constipation in Babies less than 6 months is very common and more in formula fed babies. you can give bonnisan drovrps and some enzyme preparations in proper dose suggested by doctor and cow's milk should be avoided before 1 year of age

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