Constipation is a very common presentation in children - 1 in 3 children will have constipation at some point. Most kids pass a soft bowel action at least once every 2-3 days.

Most cases of constipation are functional constipation, but there are a number of important differentials to consider. Treatment takes at least as long as the child has been constipated and requires a multi step approach to get on top of!

You don't want to miss:

• A case based discussion
• Important causes of constipation
• Pathophysiology
• How to describe constipation to parents
• Important history and examination items
• Treatment
• Complications

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(This isn't individual medical advice, please use your own clinical judgement and local guidelines when caring for your patients)