Fecal Soiling (Encopresis)
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Involuntary soiling of the underwear in children, known in medical terms as encopresis, refers to the passage of stool outside the toilet in children who should already have achieved bowel control. It is often related to prolonged constipation and retention.
How it usually presents: Repeated soiling of the clothing, sometimes without the child noticing, along with infrequent bowel movements or abdominal discomfort.
When to seek guidance? It is worth evaluating when the problem persists, recurs, or causes emotional distress for the child or the family.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician is the first point of contact and can draw on a dietitian for digestive habits; when there is an emotional component, a psychologist, psychiatrist, or child psychiatrist can support the process. Talking with a professional helps address the issue calmly.
Data on 186 doctors who treat fecal soiling (encopresis)
Which specialist treats fecal soiling (encopresis)?
Soiling (encopresis) in children is evaluated by a psychologist or a pediatrician, depending on the emotional or physical cause of the problem. If your child has frequent episodes of this past the expected age for toilet training, consult one of these specialists. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in fecal soiling (encopresis)
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Paola Muñoz Alejandre
Dr. Gisela Patricia Trinidad Santos
Dr. Rosa Juárez
Dr. Alejandro García Ramírez
Dr. Alejandro Soto
Dr. Daniela González
Dr. Victoria Lozada Saucillo
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Isabel Alvarado Garza Lic Daniela
Dr. Alma Patricia Beas Ramos
Dr. Cynthia Lineth Gámez Vega
Dr. Alejandra Campos Zertuche
Frequently asked questions
What is fecal soiling (encopresis)?
Involuntary soiling of the underwear in children, known in medical terms as encopresis, refers to the passage of stool outside the toilet in children who should already have achieved bowel control. It is often related to prolonged constipation and retention.
Which doctor treats fecal soiling (encopresis)?
Soiling (encopresis) in children is evaluated by a psychologist or a pediatrician, depending on the emotional or physical cause of the problem. If your child has frequent episodes of this past the expected age for toilet training, consult one of these specialists. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.