In Hirschsprung’s disease, nerves that control muscle contractions of the bowel to push feces along are missing from the end of the bowel. As a result, feces builds up and blocks the bowel.
The condition is present from birth. Symptoms, which are usually apparent within weeks of birth, include constipation, bloating, vomiting, poor feeding, and failure to gain weight.
Treatment is with surgery to remove the affected part of the bowel and then later to rejoin healthy sections.

Othere related diseases

RECTAL PROLAPSE
In a rectal prolapse, the lining of the rectum protrudes outside the anus. It is often a result of increased pressure in the abdomen due, for example, to consti...

SALIVARY GLAND PROBLEMS
Parotid tumor Parotitis Parotid stone A stone can form in a salivary gland, such as a parotid gland, causing a visible swelling on the outside of the mouth or...

STOMACH CANCER
Stomach cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the lining of the stomach wall. The cause of the condition is unknown, but factors that increase the risk o...

STOMACH ULCER
Peptic ulcer Perforated ulcer Also known as peptic ulcers, stomach ulcers are eroded areas in the lining of the stomach or duodenum. Most ulcers result from inf...

TODDLERS DIARRHEA
Toddler’s diarrhea is a common, harmless condition that affects some children for a period after the introduction of an adult diet. As well as frequent bowel ...

TOOTH DECAY
Also known as dental caries, tooth decay is the gradual erosion of the outer enamel of a tooth and sometimes also the inner dentin. Initial decay usually occurs...

ULCERATIVE COLITIS
Ulcerative colitis is a long-term condition in which the colon and rectum become inflamed and ulcerated. The cause is unknown, but it is thought to be an autoim...

UNDERNUTRITION
Undernutrition—not getting enough nutrients—may simply be the result of an inadequate diet or may be due to any of a wide range of disorders.
For exampl...