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Constipation in Children

Internet URL

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipationchild/  

Sponsoring Agency

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Description

Although constipation is usually harmless, it can be a sign or cause of a more serious problem. This fact sheet details the causes and symptoms of this bowel disorder in children and what symptoms would indicate the need for professional care.

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Review Date

4/24/2007

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