One of the most common health problems in children is constipation. However, before you give them any medications, try these ...

Correspondence to Dr Siba Prosad Paul, Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol BS2 8BJ, UK; siba.paul{at}nhs.net Constipation in children is a common ...

Conclusions The evidence from the published suggests superior efficacy of probiotics for chronic constipation in children when compared with placebo. There is no difference in adverse events, ...

Definition: Constipation is painful passage of stools, usually associated with crying in young children and in infants. Stool retention with voluntary withholding or a stool frequency of fewer ...

Background: Functional constipation in children is a worldwide problem that impacts both children's gastrointestinal function and the quality of family life. The treatment of this condition often ...

Constipation in children is common—about 1 in 20 healthcare provider visits are for constipation. While some treatment ...

Someone has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. The poop is hard, dry, and very large. It's difficult to poop. Constipation is not usually a sign of something serious. Common reasons kids get ...

Constipation remedies: What works? Drink more fluids Dehydration is one of the most common reasons adults and children ...