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What Causes Lack Of Bowel Movements For 2 Weeks?

my son has not pooped for almost 2 weeks now i have had to give him a lax twice to make him poop. for about a week now he has been throwing up everyother night he dont have any flu like or bug or fever? my ped told me to give him an enema so i did yesterday and he pooped will if thats what u would call it. hes been drinking alot of liquids but lil or no food and still hasnt pooped my ped said to get an xray what do u think i should do ?
Fri, 1 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query your son is having symptoms of lack of bowel movements for 2 weeks which could be due to many reasons such as

- Due to decreased gastric motility

- Inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet

- Eating a lot of dairy products

- Some medications like antidepressants, acidity.

- Irritable bowel syndrome

Need not to worry. You should avoid intake of sharp, spicy and hot food substances. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement, osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Lack Of Bowel Movements For 2 Weeks?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your son is having symptoms of lack of bowel movements for 2 weeks which could be due to many reasons such as - Due to decreased gastric motility - Inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet - Eating a lot of dairy products - Some medications like antidepressants, acidity. - Irritable bowel syndrome Need not to worry. You should avoid intake of sharp, spicy and hot food substances. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement, osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari