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My 2 yr old son was constipated for two days then runny for 2 and soft for the last 2. no complaints of pain or diet change. concern? happens occasion

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Dr. Holly Maes answered

Bowels vary: Bowel transit time can vary from day to day. If things are moving through slower, stools get harder. If things move through faster, stools softer. Things besides diet can affect transit time - even how active the little guy was on a particular day. Make sure he gets plenty of fluids during the day, including water, and if it's hot out, make sure he gets more. Eat fiber and lots of play time!

Answered 5/13/2013

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A member asked:

My 2 yr old son was constipated for two days then runny for 2 and soft for the last 2. no complaints of pain or diet change. concern? happens occasion

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