encopresis

Noun

A condition in which a child resists having bowel movements, causing impacted stool to collect in the colon and rectum and lead to leakage.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek words 'en-' meaning 'in' and 'kopros' meaning 'dung'.

مثال

• The child was diagnosed with encopresis after a series of tests.
• Encopresis can be a distressing condition for both the child and the parents.
• The treatment for encopresis involves both medical and psychological interventions.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Diagnose encopresis Treat encopresis Encopresis in children Symptoms of encopresis