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Constipation In Children

Your child is constipated, but not vomiting. When your child tries to pass a hard stool, he may have pain where the stool comes out. However, pain in his abdomen (belly) can be a sign of something more serious.

Is your child having abdominal pain?

Yes, my child is having abdominal pain.

No, my child is not having abdominal pain.


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Last updated: May 17, 2006
Reviewed By: LeWine, Howard MD

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