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	CONSTIPATION
	YOUR CHILD AND CONSTIPATION
	NDDIC COSTIPATION

Many factors can induce constipation, such as, poor diet, low fluid intake, medication, not adequate fiber, and small amounts of physical exercise. The result of a child being constipation can cause a decrease in hunger, stomach pain, painful or hard to pass stools, and fussiness.

This topic is important to study because the prevention of constipation is easy, if one takes the correct measures. It is important as a parent to be knowledgeable and well aware of their child’s needs. Many parents are unaware of the consequences of a poor diet, and problems constipation may bring to a child. Information regarding constipation is particularly important. If your child or another child you know is suffering from the pains of constipation, you should act quickly.

There are many methods and remedies to help the prevention of child constipation. Most importantly, the amount of fluid a child is taking in is crucial. Fluid intake is the most important method in which to prevent constipation. Other ways include, consuming a valid amount of foods with high-fiber, such as whole wheat, prunes, raisins, as well as adequate amount of veggies. However, the age of the child also plays a role in how to treat a child. Younger infants (up to six months) are not able to feed on solid or semi-solid foods, so it is important to stick to only fluids. After a child has reached the age of six months or has begun eating semi-solid foods, a parent should give a child high fiber foods as well as fluid. Other ways in which parents can prevent a child from constipation include the limitation of foods that are high in fat or high in sugar. Also, any type of physical exercise will help in the movement of the stomach muscles that will help with the removal of waste. Depending on the age of the child, laxatives may be appropriate. Laxatives such as senkot, perdiem, milk of magnesia, and miralax are commonly used laxatives for children, however, be sure to clearly read the instructions carefully to make certain the drug is suitable for your child.

Remember: If these at home remedies do not show success or if the child has not passed a bowel movement for 4-5 days, and or is experiencing stomach pains, call your health care provider immediately.

Benckiser, Reckitt. Constipation. Common Childhood Complaints. Senokot. Oct 2007. 1/02/07 www.childhealth.co.uk.

The article sponsored by Senokot, Constipation, stresses on ways of knowing if your child is constipated and what steps a parent should take to prevent. The article is important because it offers different treatment options, depending and child and factoring in the age of the child. Tips for a high-fiber diet and recipes for your child are also included. This article was beneficial, however I did not believe it offered a wide range of information on child constipation.

Bosch, Joni. Your Child and Constipation. Center for Disabilities and Development. University of Iowa 1999-2004. 11/04/07 www.medicine.uiowa.edu/CDD/patients/constipationguide.asp.

Author of “Your Child and Constipation,” Joni Bosch has a PhD in medicine and serves as a Pediatric and Family Nurse Practitioner. Her central idea in the article is a brief explanation of constipation and includes simple ways in preventing your child being constipated. Bosch combines her knowledge with the research done and the Center for Disabilities and Development. She stresses on different types of fluids and foods a child with constipation should intake. Though the article is brief, it covers a wide range of facts. Very useful article in understanding different aspects of constipation.

Rudolph, Colin. Rudolph’s Pediatrics. New York: McGraw-Hill (Tx), 2003.

Rudolph’s Pediatric is written by Colin Rudolph and offers an overall exposure of different aspects of pediatric medicine. Rudolph has a Ph.D. in medicine and focuses on infants and children with diseases and pediatric medicine. In the particular context of the book; children with constipation, Rudolph offers much research and he includes statistical research regarding the likelihood in which a particular individual will experience constipation. He includes easy-to-use guides for parents managing an ill child. He classifies the causes of constipation in children as non-organic and organic. His evaluation of a child with constipation is highly detailed and consistent compared to many internet sources. His editing was done by and large team world-class editors.