encopresis - ERIC

The medical term used when a child who is already toilet trained soils their clothes. Most soiling is due to constipation.

Children’s bowels
Find out what a healthy bowel and normal poo look like. We guide you through common children's bowel problems such as constipation and soiling, and how to identify and treat them.
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Soiling
Soiling is not caused by laziness or naughtiness. We explain the the causes of soiling (or encopresis) and how to stop it happening.
Paediatric Continence Care Conference
ERIC's Paediatric Continence Care Conference returns to Birmingham in October 2024. Find out more and book your place.
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