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Colic pain with Constipation
3 months baby boy crying while passing gas and not passing stool till 7 days after 7 days he is crying and uncomfortable so we adopt push method in anus then he passes stool. Pushing finger in anus in multiple times turns red. Any safe suggestions and medications for treatment while he is crying due to non pass of stool???
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It is very unsafe to push finger in the anus
Pain could be due to anal fissure..which is cut in anal mucosa
It is normal not pass stool for a week provided they are passing gas, no vomit and abdomen is soft and no fever
If child is bottle fed ensure the quantity of formula and water are appropriate
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Do consult you’re pediatrician
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It is normal colic pain and mostly brwastfed babies digest the whole milk so it is possible to not pass stool for 6-7 days.
No digital or manual push method to be used. It will injure more.
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Next step:
*Burping after every feed
* Colic relieving exercises - bending of both legs, rotating in clockwise direction, movement of finger on abdomen in clockwise manner.
*can give Colicaid drops or Enterogermina aa prebiotics help in formation of stools.
*Over the counter Glycerine supposteries are available but chances of misuse is there so better get physically checked by Paediatrician if child is repeatedly having this issue.
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Hello,
A 3‑month‑old baby not passing stools for up to a week can be normal in some babies, especially if the baby is exclusively breastfed and is otherwise active, feeding well, passing urine normally, and has a soft abdomen.
However, a physical examination is needed if the baby has any of the following:
* Continuous irritability or excessive crying
* Poor feeding
* Vomiting
* Abdominal distension or a hard abdomen
* Fever or lethargy
If the abdomen is soft and the baby is only having some difficulty while passing gas, this can still be within normal limits.
Please avoid the “push method” of inserting into the anus, as this may cause injury to the anal mucosa.
You can try the following supportive measures:
* Burp the baby well after every feed while holding the baby in an upright position.
* Gently massage the abdomen around the umbilicus in a clockwise direction.
* Do cycling movements of the baby’s legs to help relieve gas.
If the baby remains uncomfortable or you are still concerned, kindly consult your paediatrician for a direct assessment.
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totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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Greetings
Please stop inserting your finger or any objects into the infant's anus immediately, as this "push method" carries severe medical risks. Digital or manual rectal stimulation can cause severe internal mucosal injuries, tears, dangerous infections, bleeding, and long-term rectal complications. The redness and crying mentioned are warning indicators of acute irritation or trauma to the baby's delicate tissue.An infant not passing stool for 7 days while displaying clear discomfort, severe straining, and painful crying requires a professional pediatric evaluation to rule out underlying organic or anatomical conditions. Do not attempt to give over-the-counter laxatives, suppositories, or home remedies to a 3-month-old without explicit guidance from a doctor.
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Want to know regarding thyroid profile checkup of your and ur baby and is child on breast feeds or on formula feeds.and is child gaining weight or not
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prefer regular on demand feeds and use colic aid drops if he is crying more.and dont use any gripewater or thing
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Kindly don’t do this kind of push methods and please do consult your doctor ..
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Urgently stop doing this Push method
Your tearing the skin mucosa over that area thats why it is becoming redness
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Surat
At 3 months, it can be normal for some babies, especially breastfed babies, to pass stool after several days.
If the stool is soft when passed, it is usually not constipation. Baby may cry/strain because he is still learning coordination for passing stool.
Please avoid putting finger or repeatedly stimulating the anus, as it can cause injury/bleeding.
You can try gentle tummy massage and bicycle movements of legs.
If stool is hard, abdomen is swollen, baby has vomiting, blood in stool, poor feeding, or this problem keeps happening every 7 days, please get the baby examined by a pediatrician before giving any medicine.
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