DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT?
Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. In addition, stools can be hard and of a large diameter and the child may demonstrate withholding posture and behaviour.1,2
Functional constipation is a medical term for when otherwise healthy children experience constipation, with no medical conditions which may be the underlying cause.2,3
Constipation is unfortunately a common and distressing childhood problem.4
FACTS ON CHILDHOOD CONSTIPATION
Back to top- No organic cause (underlying illness) is found in over 90 % of children with constipation.4a
- Only 60 % of children with constipation have successful treatment with laxatives.4a
- A sizable proportion of children need long-term therapy.4a
- Childhood constipation tends to peak between 2 and 4 years of age and is often associated with toilet training.1,4
CAUSES MAY INCLUDE
Back to top- Low consumption of dietary fibre
- stress or anxiety
- cow’s milk protein allergy
- lack of exercise
- the use of medications
- Another important cause is now evident, and that there may be an imbalance in the gut flora of patients with constipation.4
TREATING CHILDHOOD CONSTIPATION
Back to topGeneral management
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HOW DO PROBIOTICS WORK FOR CHILDHOOD CONSTIPATION?
Back to topProbiotics play an important role in restoring the balance of gut flora.5a,6a
In addition, probiotics might improve the time it takes for food to move through the colon. This is beneficial in constipation as hard bulky stools are difficult to pass.4d
Choosing a probiotic.
It is important to know that different types of probiotics have different health effects, the proven effect of one strain or species is not necessarily the same as another strain or species.7a,b
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THE ROLE OF REUTERINA® IN CHILDHOOD CONSTIPATION
Back to topThe bacteria used in Reuterina® is from the species Lactobacillus reuteri and, specifically, the strain DSM 17938.5b,6b
Clinical studies have shown that Reuterina® treats functional chronic (long-term) constipation in infants and children.3b,c,4h,9a
Clear evidence that Reuterina® works for constipation.4h,9a
Clinical studies have shown that Reuterina® treats functional chronic (long-term) constipation in infants and children.3b,c,4h,9a
Clear evidence that Reuterina® works for constipation.4h,9a
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Reuterina®
The Probiotic for Life.5c,6c
Always consult your healthcare professional to rule out any underlying causes for constipation in your baby or child, and for more information on your treatment choices.
The Probiotic for Life.5c,6c
Always consult your healthcare professional to rule out any underlying causes for constipation in your baby or child, and for more information on your treatment choices.
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
Childhood Constipation
DEFINING CONSTIPATION – WHAT IS IT? Constipation is defined as difficulty passing stools that may be infrequent (2 or less per week) and painful. ....
