Definition of Encopresis

1. Noun. Involuntary defecation not attributable to physical defects or illness.


Definition of Encopresis

1. Noun. (medicine) fecal incontinence in children ¹

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Medical Definition of Encopresis

1. The voluntary or involuntary passage of stools in inappropriate places in a child over 4 years of age. Causes may be related to lack of toilet training or beginning toilet training at too young an age. Treatment usually includes psychological support and diet manipulation (high fibre diet). (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Encopresis

encomiastic
encomiasts
encomion
encomium
encomiums
encore
encored
encores
encoring
encoubert
encouberts
encounter
encounter group
encountered
encounterer
encounterers
encountering
encounters
encountre

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