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Not passing stool for 5 days
My child is 5yrs 10 month old . She's pooing every 5 or 6 days. It's frequently happened. Can I give her milk of magnesia? And suggest doses
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Is the child toilet trained?
Most commonly constipation occurs in this age group because of problems with toilet training
Make sure you give 2-3 liters waters per day, plenty of raw vegetables and fruits and green leafy vegetables
Kindly consult if need assistance with toilet training
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no don’t give
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Dr. Nikitha Sowmya
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
Include fibre rich foods in diet, vegetables and fruits.
Increase water intake minimum 8-9 glasses of water per day.
For stat use one dulcolex suppository can be given.
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