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Can meningicoccle meningitis effect a a child with going to the toilet ?

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My daughter had meningicoccle meningitis 6years ago when she was 18 months old when she came home they was amazed that she was ok and had no signs of any more problems but she suffers really bad with constipation she is under the hosp but has been on medication for 6years an i dont seem to be getting anywhere if i mention about the meningitis iam getting told to stop using it as an exscuse can anyone help .

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Hi

There are many reasons why a young child may have problems with toileting. Sometimes meningitis can be related. Why not contact our helpline team for more informaiton at helpline@meningitisnow.org

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