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Constipation is defined as either a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements, or the painful passage of bowel movements, which can lead to the loss of control over bowel movements and soiling.

In children, disaccharidase deficiencies are relatively common. While the exact numbers are unclear, disaccharidase deficiencies may account for up to 50% of patients with unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms.

Blenderized tube feeding (BTF), is whole or pureed foods that are blended and delivered through a feeding tube.

An upper gastrointestinal (UGI) study, also called a UGI series, is when X-rays are used to look at the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. A simple UGI study examines the esophagus, stomach, and the beginning of the small intestine. A UGI study with a “small bowel follow-through” or “small bowel series” evaluates the esophagus, stomach, and the

A FODMAP diet is a multi-step nutrition planning and learning process that can help people diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A registered pediatric dietitian can help families: Learn about FODMAP foods that may trigger IBS symptoms. Food triggers are different for every person. Test whether avoiding certain FODMAP foods improves IBS symptoms. This is

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is inflammation of the lining of the colon. UC is one of the major forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It is sometimes hard to determine whether a person has UC or Crohn’s disease, another form of IBD. The colon, or large intestine, makes up the last few feet of the digestive

A contrast enema study is a type of imaging to look at the lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract (the large intestine, also known as the colon).

A Sitz marker study is a test for chronic constipation in adults and children at least two years of age.  Learn why this study might be indicated and the steps for the procedure here.

A Sitz marker study is a helpful way to evaluate chronic constipation.

Des douleurs abdominales fonctionnelles désignent des maux d’estomac, généralement autour du nombril, qui surviennent fréquemment chez les enfants d’âge scolaire. La plupart des enfants, par ailleurs en bonne santé, qui se plaignent régulièrement de maux d’estomac pendant deux mois ou plus souffrent de douleurs abdominales fonctionnelles. Le terme “fonctionnel” indique qu’il n’y a pas de