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Causes
Encopresis is frequently is associated with constipation and fecal impaction. Often, hard fecal material remains in ...
Tests
Digital examination of the rectal area may show a fecal impaction. An abdominal x-ray may confirm impacted stool in ...
Treatments
The goal is to prevent constipation and encourage good bowel habits. Laxatives, and sometimes enemas, are used to re...
Complications
The child may suffer from low self-esteem and peer disapproval related to this problem. If routine bowel habits are ...
Prevention
Because the causes often are obscure, prevention is difficult. As a general rule, refrain from too early and too coe...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if this behavior is noted in a child over 4 years old.
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