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Posted by: Rajitha D. Venkatesh, MD, MPH on Sep 30, 2026

An ulcer is a break in the lining of the stomach or the small intestine. The insides of your intestines are very similar to the inside of your cheek: they are smooth and pink with a small network of blood vessels supplying blood and nutrients to the area.

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Potty Talk: What Parents Need to Know About Childhood Constipation
First published April 2016 Updated September 2026 There is no shortage of television commercials related to constipation medications. It seems that everyone is constipated these days. Not surprisingly, constipation happens in children too.
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Intestinal Transit Time: The Red Poop Challenge

Your intestines are home to trillions of bacteria that help digest food, absorb nutrients, and keep your body running smoothly. Scientists around the world are studying these microbes to learn what combination of bacteria creates the healthiest gut. Because these bacteria live deep inside your digestive tract, studying your stool (poop) is the easiest way to see how they are doing.

 

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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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Are Laxatives Safe For Children?

Mar 17, 2015

While potential concerns have been raised about use of PEG 3350 in children, one must realize that refusing to use PEG 3350 laxatives due to a possible danger can result in the occurrence of a real known danger. Read More