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Encopresis What is encopresis? Encopresis is when your child leaks stool into their underwear. It's also called stool soiling. It's most often because of long-term (chronic) constipation. Encopresis happens to children ages 4 and older who have already been toilet trained. In

Helicobacter Pylori in Children What is H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) in children? H. pylori is a spiral-shaped germ (bacteria) that infects the stomach. It can damage the tissue in your child’s stomach and the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). This can cause

Hirschsprung Disease in Children What is Hirschsprung disease in children? Hirschsprung disease is a rare birth defect. It affects the nerve cells in the large intestine. These nerve cells control the muscles that move food and waste, or stool, through the large intestine. The

Annually, about 13,000 children in the United States develop solid tumors. For these patients, the most important thing is a correct diagnosis. That’s where we come in. Our highly-specialized team of experts spends a great deal of time on testing for each patient because we know

Intussusception in Children What is intussusception in children? Intussusception is a serious problem in the intestine. It occurs when 1 part of the intestine slides inside another part. The intestine then folds into itself like a telescope. This creates a blockage or obstruction

If your child has spina bifida, you want the best possible care from experts who treat this condition. At Phoenix Children’s, our team of neurosurgeons, pediatric specialists and pediatricians are ready to help. Our Spina Bifida Clinic coordinator is available to work with you

Lactose Intolerance in Children What is lactose intolerance in children? Lactose intolerance is when the body can’t easily break down or digest lactose. Lactose is a sugar found in milk and milk products. If your child is lactose intolerant, your child may have unpleasant

Children and teens are not simply little adults: they are growing and changing. Young athletes require specialized care from providers who understand how their bones, joints and muscles develop. They also need providers who understand non-musculoskeletal aspects of sports

Cerebrovascular disorders in children encompass a range of conditions that affect the blood vessels in the brain, leading to issues such as strokes, aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). The risk of stroke is highest during the first year of life, but it can occur at