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My 22 months old son has had a fever for 24hours and hasnt had a bowl movement in about 3 days what do i do ?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Call Pediatrician: Likely safe to start with glycerin suppository (can ask pharmacist where to find in drug store, are over-the-counter). If no bm, pediatrician may need to help w/age-appropriate laxative.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. John Breinholt answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Have him evaluated: If the fever is greater than 102, you might want to have his pediatrician evaluate him. Bowel movements aren't as important n an illness as wet diapers. That will measure if he is sufficiently hydrated. If no bm, can try prune juice. Probably not a big enough problem yet to start a medicine.

Answered 7/3/2013

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