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What Causes Severe Constipation With Low Appetite?
My 10 year old son is constantly constipated. If he is lucky he goes once a week but most of the time its longer. He takes 37mg of concerta for ADD and I know that it some of the reason. He never complains about it but it does affect his appetite. What kind of doctor does he need to go see for this problem. His pediatrician who I like very much thinks he will outgrow this, but this is been going on for a few years.
Fri, 24 Jun 2016
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You have problem of severe constipation problem that may be because of any intestinal obstruction problem.
Do a abdominal ultrasound sonography for further diagnosis.
Abdominal x ray can done if needed.
Lack if high fiber diet and water consuption cause constipation problem.
Consent a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
I hope my guidance helpful to you.
Take care.
Thanks.
You have problem of severe constipation problem that may be because of any intestinal obstruction problem.
Do a abdominal ultrasound sonography for further diagnosis.
Abdominal x ray can done if needed.
Lack if high fiber diet and water consuption cause constipation problem.
Consent a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
I hope my guidance helpful to you.
Take care.
Thanks.
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