Your child 's physician can teach you this technique if it is appropriate for your child. Children who had a large section of intestine removed may have long term problems. When a large portion of the intestine is removed, the digestive process can be affected. Nutrients and fluids are absorbed from food in the small intestine. Removing a large segment of the intestine can prevent a child from getting adequate nutrients and fluids.
Children can have problems with improper digestion, slow growth, and infection.
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