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Factors associated with childhood constipation.

Mustafa Inan1, Cagatay Y Aydiner, Burcu Tokuc

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Edirne 22030, Turkey. mustafainan@trakya.edu.tr

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Childhood constipation affects 7.2% of schoolchildren, with risk factors including family history and not using school toilets. Dietary habits and parental concern are significant factors in managing this common condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Childhood constipation is a prevalent issue with multifactorial causes.
  • Understanding risk factors and management strategies is crucial for effective intervention in school-aged children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of constipation in schoolchildren aged 7-12 in Edirne, Turkey.
  • To identify associated risk factors and common management practices for childhood constipation.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, descriptive study involving 1900 children stratified by school, age, and gender.
  • Parental questionnaires collected data on constipation prevalence, bowel habits, socio-demographics, stressors, and treatments.

Main Results:

  • The overall prevalence of constipation was 7.2%, with no significant gender difference.
  • Key risk factors identified include family history, abnormal oral habits, low physical activity, never using school toilets (OR: 5.9), and delayed bowel control (OR: 3.1).
  • Constipated children showed lower fruit/vegetable intake and higher consumption of milk products, biscuits, and macaroni. Parental concern was high (90%), with 23.2% seeking medical consultation.

Conclusions:

  • Childhood constipation has diverse risk factors, including genetic, psychological, and organic influences.
  • Dietary habits significantly impact bowel function.
  • Increased attention from parents, healthcare providers, and educators is essential for addressing childhood constipation.