Hello Doctor, My baby with 4 years of age is suffering from severe constepation problem..i have tried almost all the syrups to soften the stool as prescribed by the peadiatritian..like levolac, ceremofin and all..but untill n unless we wont give suppository-Dulcolax she will not pass stool.. pls help me out..wat to do??
Hi, You have not mentioned whether he has been evaluated for any underlying cause or not. In such cases, I used to get few simple tests like thyroid function test, serum calcium and an abdominal X-ray (low thyroid and high calcium can cause constipation). Depending on initial reports and response to treatment, occasionally contrast study and ultrasound also.Most of the time, tests comes negative, and I give them laxatives like lactulose, remain, sodium bisulfate etc-sometimes in combination, along with diet modification. Kindly discuss with your doctor. Meanwhile, take care of diet modification. Include plenty of green leafy vegetables, fruits and fiber rich items in diet, Chat Doctor.  Some child