Pediatric Constipation
Kids Health Cast
English - January 17, 2023 06:00 - 22.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsHealth & Fitness Kids & Family weill cornell medicine kids health medical science wellness childrens Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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Elaine Barfield, M.D. discusses what parents should know about addressing constipation issues in children. She notes the factors that may impact regularity and consistency, including issues of holding and signs of pain to look out for in kids. She gives advice on behavioral management that parents can train in their children early on, including proper sitting postures and understanding the gastrocolic reflex.
Finally, she gives guidance to parents on laxative stool softeners and tools like the squatty potty.
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