| Adolescent constipation: evaluation and management. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 15272255 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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It is important for physicians who deal with adolescents to become familiar with the multiple facets of the symptom of constipation. Constipation is not a life-threatening problem; however, affected patients may suffer a great deal of angst and have their lives disrupted, especially when it is left untreated. A thorough history and physical examination will uncover the majority of predisposing problems that may contribute to constipation. Most adolescents are adequately treated by appropriate behavioral and lifestyle changes and pharmacologic interventions. Failure of treatment despite good compliance requires reconsideration of the differential diagnosis, further evaluation, and possible referral to the subspecialist. |
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Authors:
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Nader N Youssef; Leslie Sanders; Carlo Di Lorenzo |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Adolescent medicine clinics Volume: 15 ISSN: 1547-3368 ISO Abbreviation: Adolesc Med Clin Publication Date: 2004 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2004-07-23 Completed Date: 2004-10-14 Revised Date: 2005-11-16 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 101196463 Medline TA: Adolesc Med Clin Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 37-52 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Children's Medical Center/Atlantic Health System, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Morristown 07962, USA. Nader.Youssef@ahsys.org |
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Adolescent Adolescent Health Services Constipation / diagnosis*, therapy* Humans |
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