Notes in Constipation

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Published	10/08/2024	Typical features that suggest constipation are: Less than {{c1::3}} stools a week Hard stools that are difficult to pass {{c2::Rabbit drop…
Published	10/08/2024	{{c1::Encopresis}} is the term for faecal incontinence.
Published	10/08/2024	Encopresis not considered pathological until {{c1::4}} years of age. a sign of {{c3::chronic constipation}}, where the rectum becomes stret…
Published	10/08/2024	Other rarer causes of encopresis include: • Spina bifida • {{c2::Hirschprung’s}} disease • {{c1::Cerebral palsy}} • Learning disability • Psy…
Published	10/08/2024	Desensitisation of the Rectum   develop a habit of not opening bowels & ignoring the sensation of a full rectum. Sensation in …
Published	10/08/2024	Secondary Causes of Constipation • {{c3::Hirschsprung’s}} disease • {{c4::Cystic fibrosis}} (particularly meconium ileus)• {{c1::Hypothyroidi…
Published	10/08/2024	Red Flags for Constipation  Not passing meconium within {{c2::48 hours}} of birth ({{c1::cystic fibrosis}} or {{c1::Hirschsprung's}} disease…
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of Constipation  • {{c1::Pain}} • Reduced {{c1::sensation}} • {{c1::Anal fissures}} • {{c1::Haemorrhoids}} • Overflow and {{c1::s…
Published	10/08/2024	Management of Constipation  Correct any reversible contributing factors, recommend a high {{c1::fibre}} diet and good {{c1::hydration}}Start…
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