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5 year old daughter. was sick (viral) for 5 days. 1 day after she was better she pooped. since then, she hasn't passed a stool for 6 days. she's not complaining of any discomfort. is there anything we should do? doctors office closed for 3 more days?

Q: 5 year old daughter. was sick (viral) for 5 days. 1 day after she was better she pooped. since then, she hasn't passed a stool for 6 days. she's not complaining of any discomfort. is there anything we should do? doctors office closed for 3 more days?

: What is her usual regularity? Eating? She should be drinking about 1 liter to 40 oz a day and have greens like kale and sweet potatoes. Could try prune juice 4 oz 2-3 times in one day ( if not allergic).Would also call the doctor's office as even when closed they have someone on call or go to Urgent care /ER if still no poop..

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What is her usual regularity? Eating? She should be drinking about 1 liter to 40 oz a day and have greens like kale and sweet potatoes. Could try prune juice 4 oz 2-3 times in one day ( if not allergic).Would also call the doctor's office as even when closed they have someone on call or go to Urgent care /ER if still no poop..

Answered 1/1/2023

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A member asked:

5 year old daughter. was sick (viral) for 5 days. 1 day after she was better she pooped. since then, she hasn't passed a stool for 6 days. she's not complaining of any discomfort. is there anything we should do? doctors office closed for 3 more days?

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