Question 1

can teething cause constipation in 6.5mo old baby?

Accepted Answer

Teething: If anything, teething causes loose stools

Question 2

can baby teething cause gas, discomfort, constipation, lack of appetite?

Accepted Answer

No: Teething has been wrongfully blamed for the common maladies in infants of 6 to 12 months age such as fever (febrile illness), diarrhea or even rash.  It would be reasonable to expect a mild elevation of temperature not above 101 degree F and some fretfullness.

Question 3

will teething cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: There is anectodal evidence suggesting the teething can cause low grade fever and/or loose stool. Not much support for a connection to constipation.

Question 4

10&1/2 months old, recently weaned .. can low fever and teething cause lack of urination and constipation. ? hasn't had a wet diaper in over 8 hours

Accepted Answer

Dehydration : Teething should not be directly  the reason for lack of urinations , it's possible he did not eat or  drank any  thing , that leads to dehydrating  child , .

Question 5

what could cause upper and lower jaw pain, pain in teeth, pain in upper cheekbone, and head pain on both sides of the face that feels better when i move my mouth, chew, talk, etc. note that i've been constipated and straining so maybe that caused it?

Accepted Answer

: Clenching, grinding, and TMJ issues may be contributing to your problem. An examination by your dentist can properly diagnose the cause.

Question 6

my 14 months old baby having some problem when passing stool.  constipation 
he cries move around untill something comes out, i also realized his teething.

how can i help him?

Accepted Answer

Increase hydration.: Continue healthy diet.  You could gently massage his abdomen form lower right quadrant extending up to transverse
upper abdomen (left to right) to upper left to lower left quadrant.   This may stimulate is bowels to move.

Question 7

my toddler (19m) is teething badly waking crying screaming is there anything i can give him? panadol (acetaminophen) gives him bad constipation as does neurofen

Accepted Answer

Ice & Pediatrician: Intermittent ice can be soothing if the issue is teething. It sounds like a trip to the pediatrician would be advised.

Question 8

3 month old pooping once a day started teething has been constipated for 2 days now. i've tried stimulation with a qutip karo syrup apple baby food.  ?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Best not to use Karo syrup in a 3 month old because the immune system isn't mature yet.  No Qtip stimulation. Baby products prune juice is a good idea. Make sure the baby is taking in fluids well. 2 days is not worrisome unless the baby is uncomfortable or the stools are  hard and painful to pass. May be time to visit your pediatrician.

Question 9

taking norco for wisdom teeth removal; how can i prevent constipation? can i take miralax twice a day? is metamucil a good idea?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Narcotics can cause constipation if taken over a prolonged period. Miralax should help you if you are taking the narcotics for longer than a day or two.

Question 10

swollen gums, drooling, fussy, behaves as if trying hard to poo(2days back got sore bottom due to hard stool but now it's soft)teething?shd i see a doc

Accepted Answer

If you are worried: Then yes see a doc. It sounds like teething and constipation. Hylands teething tablets or humphries #3 can be awesome for teething discomfort. Constipation can be relieved by stopping dairy, increasing p fruits (peach pear plum prune pineapple pumpkin peas and pomegranate). If these dont work or you are concerned than yes see your pediatrician.

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Can teething cause constipation in 6.5mo old baby?

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Can baby teething cause gas, discomfort, constipation, lack of appetite?

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Will teething cause constipation?

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10&1/2 months old, recently weaned .. can low fever and teething cause lack of urination and constipation. ? hasn't had a wet diaper in over 8 hours

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What could cause upper and lower jaw pain, pain in teeth, pain in upper cheekbone, and head pain on both sides of the face that feels better when i move my mouth, chew, talk, etc. note that i've been constipated and straining so maybe that caused it?

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My 14 months old baby having some problem when passing stool. constipation he cries move around untill something comes out, i also realized his teething. how can i help him?

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My toddler (19m) is teething badly waking crying screaming is there anything i can give him? panadol (acetaminophen) gives him bad constipation as does neurofen

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3 month old pooping once a day started teething has been constipated for 2 days now. i've tried stimulation with a qutip karo syrup apple baby food. ?

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Taking norco for wisdom teeth removal; how can i prevent constipation? can i take miralax twice a day? is metamucil a good idea?

A member asked:

Swollen gums, drooling, fussy, behaves as if trying hard to poo(2days back got sore bottom due to hard stool but now it's soft)teething?shd i see a doc

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