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23 gru 2019 · This document provides information on the diagnosis and management of childhood constipation. It begins with definitions of constipation and discusses the physiology of defecation and normal bowel habits for different age groups.
29 cze 2021 · Key points • Majority of childhood constipation is functional • Detailed history and examination are sufficient to diffentiate functional and organic constipation • Presence of red flags suggests organic constipation • Polyethylene glycol (PEG), is the principle laxative for maintenance therapy and for treatment of fecal impaction ...
3 cze 2018 · The document discusses constipation in children. It defines constipation and explains some common causes in children like low fiber diet, inactivity, and behavioral factors. It can present at any age but most commonly during periods of transition.
Constipation in children. Published byBertina Cain Modified over 5 years ago. Embed. Download presentation. Similar presentations . More. Presentation on theme: "Constipation in children"— Presentation transcript: 1 Constipation in children GP REFRESHER NOVEMBER 2015 Phil Wylie. 2 ...
NASPGHAN - North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology ...
Constipation in Children. Start disimpaction therapy with MovicolPaediatric Plain: Child under 1 year: ½ - 1 sachet daily. (non-BNFC recommended dose) Child 1 – 5 years: 2 sachets on first day, then 4 sachets daily for 2 days, then 6 sachets daily for 2 days, then 8 sachets daily (non-BNFC recommended dose) Child 5 – 12 years: 4 sachets on ...
3 Objectives -Define constipation in infants and children-Differentiate functional constipation from organic constipation-Be able to evaluate for organic causes of constipation-Understand the treatment options for constipation in infants and children
