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Print: - My child seems to be constipated a lot. Does he/she have Hirschsprung’s disease?
- Will my child be able to lead a normal life?
- Is there anything special I should feed my child to help him/her to feel better before surgery?
- Is the surgery dangerous?
- How long will the surgery take?
- Are there any problems I should watch for after the surgery?
- If I have more children, is there a chance they could have Hirschsprung’s disease?
Source
Hirschsprung's Disease: Diagnosis and Management by J Kessmann, M.D. (American Family Physician October 15, 2006, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20061015/1319.html)
Written by familydoctor.org editorial staff
Reviewed/Updated: 07/10
Created: 12/06
