Table 2. Coping with constipation.
Coping methods | Children (n=33) | Young adults (n=34) | p-value |
---|---|---|---|
Using laxatives | 7 (21.2) | 4 (11.8) | 0.24 |
Using enemas | 1 (3.0) | 0 (0.0) | 0.49 |
Using special diets | 0 (0.0) | 3 (8.8) | 0.24 |
Irrigating the rectum with water | 1 (3.0) | 2 (5.9) | 0.99 |
Using fingers/hands when evacuating the stool | 6 (18.2) | 4 (11.8) | 0.61 |
Values are presented as number (%).