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Posted by: Ryan C. Schoonover, PCPNP on Feb 17, 2026

Kids with certain medical conditions may have painful stools or unexpected accidents—but they still want to play sports, go to sleepovers, and have fun like everyone else. Bowel management programs, using enemas or oral medicines, can help kids stay clean, comfortable, and confident in everyday life.

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The CCPR Intake Process: Embracing Collaborative Care for Your Child

At CCPR, every step is coordinated with precision, empathy, and a commitment to delivering world-class care. We are not just your healthcare providers; we're your partners in this journey to obtain the very best patient outcomes.

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Bullying and Colorectal Conditions

Bullying is defined as the act of trying to cause suffering and to frighten another individual by means of verbal, physical, or virtual intimidation. Children who have a colorectal diagnosis can be subjected to especially cruel forms of bullying.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Senna-Based Laxatives for Kids’ Constipation: Are They Safe?

Dec 08, 2020

Senna-based laxatives are commonly prescribed to children by pediatricians, pediatric gastroenterologists and pediatric surgeons to treat constipation. In recent years, however, parents have had growing concerns that senna is not safe. Read More

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Botox for Defecation Disorders: Are There Complications?

Nov 05, 2020

You may have thought botulinum toxin was just for getting rid of wrinkles. However, for many kids with disorders that affect a child’s ability to pass stool, known as defecation disorders, botulinum toxin injections improve symptoms. Read More

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Leaky Stool? Hard Stool? No Stool? It Could Be Functional Constipation

Aug 17, 2020

Functional constipation occurs in children who have constipation that cannot be explained by a typical cause. Learn more about the behavioral issues and treatment options associated with this kind of constipation. Read More

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Preparing Your Child for Colorectal Surgery

Jul 07, 2020

Hospitals can be an unfamiliar place and having surgery can make an already stressful situation worse. To prepare your child for surgery, it is important to be honest, but consider their developmental age before telling them about their upcoming surgery. Read More

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Colorectal Patients: Transitioning to Adult Health Care

Jul 29, 2019

A transition of care model to help teens and adults with colorectal diagnoses helps patients receive appropriate care as they move from the pediatric to the adult health care setting. Read More

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Anorectal Malformation and Long-Term Care: Meeting the Needs of Individual Patients

Feb 18, 2019

The most frequent issues that require long-term care include constipation, incontinence (stool and/or urinary accidents), urologic problems, reproductive health-related care and ongoing psychosocial care. Read More

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Treating Hirschsprung Disease: Meet Doctor Richard Wood

Nov 16, 2018

Hirschsprung disease is a congenital malformation where the nerves and ganglion cells within the colon do not develop properly. This occurs in 1 out of 5,000 live births. Read More

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Malone Appendicostomy: Relief From Chronic Constipation

Apr 17, 2018

A Malone appendicostomy is a surgery that makes a pathway from the belly button to the colon. It is used as a treatment for kids with chronic constipation. Read More