How can constipation affect my child?
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Dr. James Fortenberry of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta answered:Constipation is a change in your child’s bowel movement and stool pattern. It includes:
• Harder stools
• Longer periods between stools
• Painful passage of stools
• Not being able to pass a stool
Childhood constipation problems can get worse if not treated. Constipation in some children can occur more than once. It can lead to severe stomach and intestinal problems.
Constipation is a change in your child’s bowel movement and stool pattern. It includes: • Harder stools • Longer periods between stools • Painful passage of stools • Not being able to pass a stool Childhood constipation... More
