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Although a few children experience encopresis because of malformations of the lower bowel and anus or irritable bowel disease, most have no physical problems to explain this disorder

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What causes Voluntary encopresis?

Voluntary encopresis is associated with behavioral or psychological problems


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Encopresis can be either involuntary or voluntary


How is encopresis prevented?

The best way to prevent encopresis is to prevent constipation


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Is encopresis related to constipation?

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How many children have encopresis?

In the United States, encopresis affects 1-2% of children under age 10


What is Involuntary encopresis?

Involuntary encopresis is related to constipation, passing hard painful feces, and difficult bowel movements


Does encopresis occur all day?

Encopresis occurs most often when the child is awake, rather than at night