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.
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Why is my 2-month-old son unable to pass stools without rectal stimulation?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a 2-month-old son who had constipation three weeks ago after taking the vaccines. We took him to the emergency room after a week, and they found no sign of intussusception. The doctor advised us to give him prune juice. He had diarrhea for three days and is suffering from const... Read Full »
Answer: 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. Hence, I suggest you check his thyroid profile. Next, I suggest you breastfeed him instead of bottle feeding. I suggest... Read Full »
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