Treatment of constipation in children

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My baby often constipation, before will use Senna water to drink, but most by listening to friends say drink Senna hurt stomach, my baby also dare not drink. After the doctor's treatment has been much better, my baby to treat constipation in children's experience and share with you

Treatment of constipation in children

Treatment 1: Volume laxatives mainly include soluble cellulose (pectin, plantain, oat bran, etc.) and insoluble fiber (plant fiber, lignin, etc.). Volume cathartic has a good effect on pregnancy constipation or mild constipation, but it is not suitable for rapid defecation treatment of temporary constipation.

Treatment 2: the commonly used drugs of osmotic laxatives are lactulose, sorbitol, polyethylene glycol 4000, etc. It is a good choice for constipation patients with poor efficacy of volume laxatives.

Treatment 3: Lubricating cathartic can lubricate intestinal wall, soften stool, make stool easy to discharge, easy to use, such as mineral oil or liquid paraffin. Salt laxatives, such as magnesium sulfate and magnesium milk, can cause serious adverse reactions and should be used with caution.

matters needing attention

Pay attention to the problem of defecation habits and living habits. We must ban smoking, alcohol and spicy food, keep the stool smooth and soft, develop the habit of regular defecation, and go to the toilet as soon as possible.