Rectal stimulation is the insertion of the finger in the rectum, by giving a circular motion with the tip of the finger pointing toward the spine. This is used for neurogenic bowel management in children with a spine injury. This management option initiates the bowel contract to push stool out of the rectum.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Normally, children do not pass stools every day like adults. The first and foremost thing is to rule out hypothyroidism which is the commonest cause.
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
