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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Childhood constipation is a prevalent condition requiring evaluation.
  • Identifying etiological factors is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate lifestyle factors contributing to constipation in children.
  • To determine the impact of physical activity on constipation in different age groups.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire-based study involving parents of constipated and non-constipated children.
  • Data collected from children aged 1 to 18 years referred to a pediatric emergency department and controls.

Main Results:

  • 40% of constipated children experienced recurrent symptoms.
  • Older children (10-18 years) in the control group were significantly more likely to engage in regular, prolonged physical activity compared to constipated children.
  • Constipation risk factors were observed to differ across age groups.

Conclusions:

  • Age-dependent risk factors influence childhood constipation.
  • Increased physical activity appears to be a protective factor against constipation in older children.