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A member asked:
My 9 year old is pooping her pants or not wiping well enough what could the problem be?
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Devel vs. infection: Could be a problem in development or could be a physiological problem. First you want a family history as to the ages when both parents were stool controlled at night. If they were late then that could be the problem. It could also be a problem with intestinal parasites -i.e. pinworms. Check at night and if positive easily treated with a single dose of mebendazole.
Answered 5/17/2014
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Time for consult: I would have him seen by his PCP and evaluated for chronic constipation/stool retention. If your PCP is unfamiliar with the issue, contact a pediatric Gastroenterologist or developmental pediatrician.The various problems that lead up to this symptom are complex, and often take months and years to resolve with proper help.
Answered 5/15/2016
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