Hirschsprung’s Disease is a congenital birth defect affecting one out of every 5,000 births. More commonly seen in boys than in girls, the condition is usually identified within the first few months after birth. Characterized by an inability to complete a bowel movement, Hirschsprung’s Disease is life threatening but treatable. In healthy individuals, the intestinal … Continue reading Hirschsprung’s Disease; A Parent’s Guide to Surgical Correction