What is Constipation
Constipation is very common among children. It is characterised by infrequent, difficult, or painful bowel movements, often with hard, dry stool. It is usually caused by factors such as inadequate fibre intake, dehydration, or a sedentary lifestyle. Managing constipation typically involves increasing their fibre and fluid intake, encouraging regular exercise, and sometimes medications or laxatives.
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
Signs that a child could be constipated include:
Having less than 3 bowel movements a week
Large, hard and dry stool that are difficult to pass
Abdominal pain
Straining and in pain when passing stool
Bleeding during or after defecation due to the large and hard stool
