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Constipation in 5.5 month old baby
My son 5.5 months old used to poop regularly. But now he is showing symptoms of constipation. What should I do? Can I give dried grapes water as a home remedy?
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You must have started with weaning hence the change in osmolarity of feeds. Till the baby is active, playful, passing urine 6-8 times per day, please don’t worry and relax and keep feeding well. Things are fine
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Since how many days he has not passed stool matters. symptoms like abdominal distension, vomiting, oral acceptance, fever to be observed.If no above symptoms if child is alert, active and playful with feeding acceptance then 1 can wait for 3-4 days
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Consult a Pediatrician, after examination he can advise u with per rectal stimulation or laxatives
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