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Constipation information

The following link to information about the treatment of constipation and to some helpful tools for providers and parents.

Resources

Tools

Bowel management (general) (PDF Document 74 KB)
General information on bowel function and management of constipation for families and providers.

Bowel management algorithm (PDF Document 47 KB)
Algorithm for management of chronic constipation developed in collaboration with pediatric gastroenterology.

Constipation evaluation tool (PDF Document 84 KB)
Provides a format for evaluation of chronic constipation in children.

Home toileting record (PDF Document 49 KB)
An easy-to-use form for keeping track of a child's toileting habits.

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Compiler: Information compiled by Medical Home Portal authors and staff
Content Last Updated: 5/2011