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- Title
Functional constipation in children.
- Authors
Meyer, Johanna C.; Mashaba, Tsakane; Makhele, Letlhogonolo; Sibanda, Mncengeli
- Abstract
Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints that affects children. Often the exact cause is unknown and no obvious anatomical, biochemical or physiological abnormalities can be identified in the majority of cases. However, the symptoms of constipation may interfere with the quality of life of the child, as well as his/her family. This article provides an overview of functional constipation in children and the management thereof.
- Subjects
CONSTIPATION in children; SYMPTOMS; QUALITY of life; PEDIATRIC physiology; DIGESTION
- Publication
SA Pharmaceutical Journal Incorporating Pharmacy Management, 2017, Vol 84, Issue 5, p51
- ISSN
2221-5875
- Publication type
Article