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Managing constipation in children

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Abstract

Constipation, defined as difficulty, delay or pain on defaecation, is common in children and is often difficult to manage. Here, we review the assessment and treatment of affected children and the support that they, and their families, may need.

https://doi.org/10.1136/dtb.2000.38857

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