HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Abdominal Cramps While On Miralax

default
Posted on Thu, 16 Feb 2017
Question: my son is really constipated...he is crying from stomach cramping...what can I give him to help in deficating....he was given Miralax at the ER once a day....17g.but he has not pooped....he still cries and holding his tummy...he is 9years old...they did all test at the Er...they checked for appendicitis, gall stone,. spleen and lab works ..all they say was pooped.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Fiber rich diet needs to be given.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking once again. Incidentally, constipation in children has become a very frequently encountered problem these days. The primary reason for the same is lack of adequate play and/or the lack of adequate amounts of fiber containing foods in diet.

Going through the following link should help:
http://yyyyyyyyy.info/yyyy/coyyyyyyyn-in-yyyyyyyyn-yyyyyyyy

As of now, giving a glycerine supporsitory or P-enema will help him pass stool and will clear him of his problems. However, you need to give a fibre rich diet. Wheat, corn, and rice XXXXXXX are high in insoluble fiber, which helps prevent constipation. XXXXXXX can be sprinkled into his favorite foods, from hot cereal and pancakes to muffins and cookies. Many popular high-fiber cereals and bars are also packed with XXXXXXX Beans really are the magical fruit. Miralax can be given. Isabgol (psyllium husk) or senna can also be given as fiber supplements.

Also consider going through the following list:
http://www.hyyyyyt.ca/2013/10/31/high-fibre-foods_n_0000.html
https://www.yyyyyyy.com/articles/foods-high-in-dietary-fiber.php
https://www.yyyyyyyyy.in/nhw/nutrition-basics/yyyyyyy/yyyyyyyy-fibre-fact-yyyyyy

It is good to know that you make sure that he drinks plenty of water. But you also need to ensure that he goes to pass stool at a regular time every day (irrespective of whether he feels an urge to pass). This will demote stool holding habits and would promote regular bowel habits.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Diptanshu Das

Pediatrician

Practicing since :2005

Answered : 3875 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Suggest Treatment For Abdominal Cramps While On Miralax

Brief Answer: Fiber rich diet needs to be given. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking once again. Incidentally, constipation in children has become a very frequently encountered problem these days. The primary reason for the same is lack of adequate play and/or the lack of adequate amounts of fiber containing foods in diet. Going through the following link should help: http://yyyyyyyyy.info/yyyy/coyyyyyyyn-in-yyyyyyyyn-yyyyyyyy As of now, giving a glycerine supporsitory or P-enema will help him pass stool and will clear him of his problems. However, you need to give a fibre rich diet. Wheat, corn, and rice XXXXXXX are high in insoluble fiber, which helps prevent constipation. XXXXXXX can be sprinkled into his favorite foods, from hot cereal and pancakes to muffins and cookies. Many popular high-fiber cereals and bars are also packed with XXXXXXX Beans really are the magical fruit. Miralax can be given. Isabgol (psyllium husk) or senna can also be given as fiber supplements. Also consider going through the following list: http://www.hyyyyyt.ca/2013/10/31/high-fibre-foods_n_0000.html https://www.yyyyyyy.com/articles/foods-high-in-dietary-fiber.php https://www.yyyyyyyyy.in/nhw/nutrition-basics/yyyyyyy/yyyyyyyy-fibre-fact-yyyyyy It is good to know that you make sure that he drinks plenty of water. But you also need to ensure that he goes to pass stool at a regular time every day (irrespective of whether he feels an urge to pass). This will demote stool holding habits and would promote regular bowel habits. Let me know if I could help further. Regards