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Ebelt VJ, Riddell D. Constipation in Childhood: How early recognition can prevent serious problems. Can Fam Physician. 1992;38:2167-74
Ebelt, V. J., & Riddell, D. (1992). Constipation in Childhood: How early recognition can prevent serious problems. Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 382167-74.
Ebelt, V J, and Riddell, D. "Constipation in Childhood: How early recognition can prevent serious problems." Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien vol. 38 (1992): 2167-74.
Ebelt VJ, Riddell D. Constipation in Childhood: How early recognition can prevent serious problems. Can Fam Physician. 1992 Sep;38:2167-74. PMID: 21221286; PMCID: PMC2145471.
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Can Fam Physician. 1992 Sep;38:2167-74.

Constipation in Childhood: How early recognition can prevent serious problems.

Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien

V J Ebelt, D Riddell

PMID: 21221286 PMCID: PMC2145471

Abstract

Constipation is a common childhood problem, though parents are sometimes concerned where no problem exists. Early recognition through careful history and physical examination can prevent more serious problems. This article outlines assessment, differential diagnosis, and treatment. Extensive investigations are rarely necessary. Diet, stool softness, attention to routine, and much patience will resolve most cases.

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