How to treat constipation of an infant?
Patient: infant constipationhave infant baby girl one month five days n for the last ten days she has not devacate.The 3rd day took her to hospital n prescribed amlico and ors medicines,nothing changed.Seventh day went back to hospital n prescribed liquid paraffin.Today is tenth what i do now Doctor: Hi,Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.Constipation in a one month old infant needs probing.In the newborn period the baby may not pass motion for a week sometimes .It may be also congenital hypothyroidism .First relieve constipation by Dulcolax suppository baby size.for a few days.Latter Lactulose syrup daily may be given to maintain normal bowel movements.Then sreen for congenital hypothyroidism .If found positive consult pediatrician for confirmation and treatment.Hope this answer serves your purpose .Please feel free to ask further queries if any.Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.