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How To Treat Constipation In A Child?
Hello Dr, My daughter is 3 year old and having trouble in peeing. The stool is like a rod and big, having some blood in it. She cries a lot while peeing(noticing from her face that she is experiencing more pain) and then she started to have fear now for peeing. Please advice how to make the situation normal.
Mon, 18 Aug 2014
Hello. I just read through your question. This is a very common problem in this age group.
The stools have to be softened. This can be done by adding fiber to her diet. There are many fiber supplements available. You can choose a powdered fiber supplement that is tasteless and add it to her food or drink everyday. You can start with 1 teaspoon twice per day. An alternative, is to have her drink 3-5 ounces of prune juice per day.
These methods will soften her stool. This will lead to easier bowel movements without blood, and easier urination without difficulty.
The stools have to be softened. This can be done by adding fiber to her diet. There are many fiber supplements available. You can choose a powdered fiber supplement that is tasteless and add it to her food or drink everyday. You can start with 1 teaspoon twice per day. An alternative, is to have her drink 3-5 ounces of prune juice per day.
These methods will soften her stool. This will lead to easier bowel movements without blood, and easier urination without difficulty.
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