What should I do if my baby has blood in the stool due to constipation?
Disease description:
Recently, the baby has experienced difficulty with bowel movements, so timely regulation is very important. However, many mothers lack experience in this area. What should be done if a baby suffers from constipation accompanied by blood?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
When a baby suffers from constipation with bleeding, parents are primarily advised to apply erythromycin ointment around the baby's anus. Alternatively, giving the baby a warm water sitz bath may help alleviate symptoms of anal fissures. If necessary, antibiotics such as amoxicillin granules may be administered according to a doctor's recommendation, to prevent infection around the anus and promote recovery from constipation and bleeding. Additionally, during episodes of constipation, parents should adjust the baby's complementary food regimen to include mainly bland and easily digestible foods, avoiding spicy or irritating foods, which can help stimulate intestinal motility and improve constipation symptoms.
