Constipation in newborn

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My Son is 23 days old. He is constipated. I changed his formula and started spoon feeding then his condition improved but again he is constipated and passing HARD STOOL. He does not latches my milk so I have to pump and feed him. Currently he is on mixed feed. He passes stool once in a day. My son is in extreme pain. What should I do.

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Dr. Lina Saud Pediatrician 2 yrs exp Hyderabad Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Lina Saud

Pediatrician 2 yrs exp Hyderabad

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Please do thyroid profile for the baby and give him some probiotic drops.Try to feed more frequently

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Consult a pediatrician for further investigation and proper management.

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