In Reply to: Re: chronic/functional constipation or encopresis in my son posted by Ellen on November 30, 2000 at 15:47:45:

I am 21 years old and have lived my whole life thus far with chronic constipation. When I was younger it was looked at as a behavior issue, that I just didn't want to go. About 4-5 years ago I went to a specialist and went through all the excruciating tests and a biopsy. All I got was that I have slow motility and an enlarged colon. I have it pretty much under control now compared to when I was younger. I used to go 3-4 weeks without a movement. Now with the help of CEO-two suppositories I am able to go once a week. I still soil my pants without notice, usually it is a signal for me to take the suppositories. It was especially difficult going away to college. Only a handful of people in my life know, luckily I have a wonderful boyfriend that is very understanding and not disgusted by it. The only advice I can give is on a regular basis use suppositories (CEO-two were the only ones that worked for me). I took them once a week for about 3 months and started being able to go on my own. There are still times when I need it. I thought I was one of the only one my age experiencing this. Hope this is helpful