Constipation in Childhood – Most Likely Diagnosis MCQ for INI CET, NEET SS, and Pediatric Surgery Exams

Q) A 4-year-old child presents with a history of infrequent, hard stools associated with painful defecation.

There is no history of vomiting, fever, or blood in the stool. On examination, there is a palpable fecal mass in the left lower abdomen, and the anal tone is normal.

What is the most likely diagnosis?
# Theme from Mock test 32

  • A) Hirschsprung disease
  • B) Functional constipation
  • C) Intussusception
  • D) Anal fissure