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Not passing stool
Hi Doctor,
My baby is 48 days old and she is not passing stool for the past 6 days. Please suggest.
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If child has no other symptoms and is comfortable and breastfeeding feeding well then no need to worry
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Online consulting to rule out any other underlying problems
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Use baby glycerin suppository as of now
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It can be normal/ or due to hypothyroidism or may be hursprung's disease..so do not take it lightly..either take online consultation or go to ur nearest pediatrician
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You can use hallens child suppository 1/2 once. Baby should at least pass stools in 4 days. Please read instructions on how to use this suppository carefully on package or google
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
Babies on breast feed pass stools once in 6-8 days, this is normal.
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If baby is active and feeding well, nothing to worry
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Dr. Bhaskar Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Khammam
Kindly take online consultation
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Need not worry unless there is stomach distension
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