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Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Resources

Our Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition experts have created this list of resources to help you keep your child safe and well.

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Constipation

Symptoms like hard or dry stool, abdominal pain and infrequent bowel movements can indicate constipation. Learn about causes, treatments and see how CHOP can help.

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Coping With Constipation

Find answers to common questions about caring for a child with constipation and tips for treating it.

Condition

Diarrhea in Children

Diarrhea is defined either as watery stool or increased frequency of stool — or both — when compared with a normal amount. It is a common problem that may last a few days and disappear on its own.

 

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Guided Relaxation Exercises

This guided video recording can help create a more peaceful and restful state of mind for parents, caregivers, and adolescent/young adult patients.

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IBD Education Class

Have questions about IBD? Join our virtual IBD Education Class, held virtually on the first Wednesday of every month. RSVP to save your spot.

Condition

Iron Deficiency Anemia

The most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency. Iron is needed to form hemoglobin and is mostly stored in the body in the hemoglobin.
 

Health resource

Toilet Training Readiness in Young Children with Constipation

Constipation in young children can complicate the toilet training process. This short animation reviews signs of toilet training readiness and offers behavioral strategies caregivers can use to help young children with constipation progress with toilet training.

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