How Is Constipation Treated in Children?

How Is Constipation Treated in Children? (0:36)

Constipation in children is usually treated with a laxative and an adjustment in fiber, says Howard Baron, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Sunrise Hospital. In this video, he describes how toilet training may play a role as well.

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