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Constipation for last one week
My 18 month old daughter suffering from constipation for last one month I have given Syp Duphalac but there is no result what should I do next to over come this...
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Most common reason of constipation in child is dietary habbits.
I need to get some further history to plan treatment.
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Give plenty of liquids.
Give high fibre diet.
Toilet training.
This are main part of treatment plan. Other need to do further detail history and examine.
You can do tele consultation or consult in person pediatrician for that.
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Duphalac is not the permanent solution for constipation. it requires holistic approach. Most reason is dietary issues but medical reasons to be ruled out as well which requires detailed medical history.
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predominant milk based diet need to be reduced if present with increment of dietary fiber intake
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proper history is the key to diagnosis
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