Constipation Treatment and Management (S1:E4 Rebroadcast)

Constipation Treatment and Management (S1:E4 Rebroadcast)

The host of this podcast is Dr. David Brumbaugh, pediatric gastroenterologist and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Children's Colorado. In this episode, Joel Friedlander, MD, pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Colorado, addresses the management of constipation and the effects of leaving it untreated, especially in young children.

In this episode, Dr. Friedlander discusses:

  • Addressing constipation and uncomfortable stools early
  • Potential long-term complications associated with constipation
  • Two key components to focus on in the physical examination
  • Miralax, a common used laxative for the treatment of constipation
  • The use of lactulose for young children
  • Categorizing medications for constipation
  • Different medications with different adverse effects
  • Steps to behavioral modification
  • Constipation split between organic and functional
  • Why medication to treat constipation won't work without a change in behavior

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