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How To Treat Constipation In Kids?
my 5 year old son is suffering from constipation, he has been prescribed a stool softner in a form of a satchet. the problem we are having is he has a very sore bottom due to the discharge. we have tried vaseline and bepathen but the area is very difficult to keep dry.
Tue, 22 Jan 2019
Hello,
I would recommend continuing using the stool softener. I recommend using over the counter option like Tylenol syrup to relieve the anal pain. I also recommend using cool compresses at the area for relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
I would recommend continuing using the stool softener. I recommend using over the counter option like Tylenol syrup to relieve the anal pain. I also recommend using cool compresses at the area for relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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