Thick stools in children are not usually considered to be due to intestinal dilatation, but are more often considered to be caused by slowed peristalsis.
The main clinical manifestation of intestinal dilatation is lower gastrointestinal bleeding, which may be accompanied by symptoms of anemia (e.g., dizziness, palpitations, weakness, etc.). There is usually no symptom of stool thickening.
The slowing down of intestinal peristalsis will lead to accumulation of stools, forming thicker stools and causing constipation. Parents are advised to adjust the children’s dietary structure and give them more foods rich in dietary fiber, such as sweet potatoes and bananas. At the same time, drink more water, and urge children to increase physical exercise to promote children’s gastrointestinal peristalsis and reduce the accumulation of stools.
It is recommended that children who have coarse stools with prolonged absence of defecation or difficulty in defecation should consult a doctor in time to avoid adverse consequences.