Constipation in Children
Constipation: Pain or crying during the passage of a stool (bowel movement or BM) OR Unable to pass a stool after straining or pushing longer than 10 minutes OR 3 or more days without a stool (Exception: Breastfed and over 1 month old) Causes: High milk or cheese diet Low fiber diet Postponing stools Slow intestinal transit time (genetic differences) …