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What causes my son to not pass stool for more than 24 hours, he is 3 year old, no constipation, no blockage, he had hirschsprung's .

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: If he has no pain or fever, I would advise providing hydration and a follow up visit. He should be able to drink without difficulty. If he has signs of infection and/or pain, I think that he should see a physician right away.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 7/10/2017

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Normal physiology : This may not be a problem at all It may be part of his normal physiology

Answered 7/10/2017

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A member asked:

What causes my son to not pass stool for more than 24 hours, he is 3 year old, no constipation, no blockage, he had hirschsprung's .

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Hodge agreed

Dr. John Goldman answered

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