Child Health 10 - Jackson

The Case

More Detailed History

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You ask the family about Jackson’s general health. They tell you that he is generally well, but that the GP has prescribed him some Movicol for constipation. His Dad asks you whether this will stop his bowels working properly if he takes it for a long time. He wants to know how it works.

Open Question

Explain how Movicol works in Constipation