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How to Treat Constipation in Children

How to Treat Constipation in Children

Bowel actions vary from child to child and although one child might only go every three days, while another twice a day, both can be seen as normal, as long as they are regular. But when bowel movement becomes irregular and the stools are dry, hard and difficult to pass, it is a sign of […]

How to Treat Constipation

How to Treat Constipation

If it’s been a while between bowel movements, you may be tempted to reach for an over-the-counter laxa­tive. While this may be good for temporary occasional use, you must be careful not to overuse them. You can become dependent on laxatives, and eventually your intestines become insensitive and no longer work properly. The long-range plan […]