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My 7 years old had fever and flu like symptoms.his fever went down but has no bowel movement for 5 days now he eats few should i worry?.

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Dr. David Schleimer answered

See pediatrician: Were the flu symptoms including stomach disorder? If so, did you give an anti-diarrheal medication? If you did that, it could explain lack of bowel movement. It is important that your child stay hydrated, so give plenty of fluids and have pediatrician examine soon. Good luck.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 1/22/2020

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A member asked:

My 7 years old had fever and flu like symptoms.his fever went down but has no bowel movement for 5 days now he eats few should i worry?.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Schleimer answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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