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Hi Doctor my son is 7 years old and I have been observing that my son after eating goes to stool if it's afternoon or evening the same he does and he has one problem he goes to stool by standing how much ever I say you need to go washroom making him understand hygiene and unhygienic please do suggest me on this what food has to be given so his gut health should be goof
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The habit of needing to go to the stool immediately after a meal is known as an exaggerated Gastrocolic Reflex. In children, this is often a functional issue where the stomach signals the colon to empty as soon as food enters. However, the habit of passing stool while standing at 7 years old is more concerning; it can be a sign of Encopresis (chronic constipation where liquid stool leaks around a hard mass) or a sensory/behavioral habit developed to avoid the discomfort of a formal washroom visit. We must rule out chronic constipation or a low-grade parasitic infection that might be making the urge sudden and uncontrollable."
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Fiber & Hydration: "Ensure he is eating plenty of fruits like papaya and pear, and drinking enough water. A 'fiber-rich' diet keeps the stool soft, making it easier and less 'scary' for the child to use the washroom."
Positive Reinforcement: "Avoid 'shaming' the child for passing stool while standing. At 7, this is often involuntary or due to fear. Use a reward system for every successful washroom visit to build his confidence."
Caution: "Do not give any adult laxatives or strong purgatives to a 7-year-old without a doctor's prescription, as this can lead to severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalances."
Red Flags: "Seek medical advice if you notice blood in his stool, if he experiences severe abdominal pain, or if he goes several days without a proper bowel movement followed by 'standing' accidents."
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CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY. NO PACKET FOOD, AS ALL CONTAINS PALM OIL.
FOR STANDING
EVERY KID GET TRAINING SINCE CHILDHOOD SO TRAINING PART IS IMPORTANT.
OFLOX OZ SYR 5 ML TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD FOR FIVE DAYS.
DEWORM
ZENTAL SYR 5ML TEO TIMES IN A SINGLE DAY.
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This can usually be improved with simple bowel training, hygiene habits and diet correction in children 😊
Don’t worry, many kids develop this habit at this age and it can be managed well with proper guidance. Please consult with me once so I can understand his stool pattern, diet and daily routine properly and guide you with a child friendly food plan and habit training steps.
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