Resumen

ESPINOZA M., Julio. CONSTIPATION IN CHILDHOOD. Rev. chil. nutr. [online]. 2002, vol.29, n.3, pp.272-279. ISSN 0717-7518.  http://dx.doi.org/10.4067/S0717-75182002000300001.

Constipation is a frequent cause of consultation in general and specialized pediatric practice. Inadequate food intake and low fiber ingestion, and behavioral and psychology problems induced by the family and school environment are the cause of this increased frequency. New therapeutic alternatives are available with relative success. The latter is due to the prolonged time necessary for the acquisition of the normal habit and the low adhesion to treatment by the children and their family or caretakers.

Palabras clave : childhood; constipation; diet; pharmacological treatment; psycologic support.