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Have you ever wanted to talk to your doctor about pressing medical concerns, but were too afraid to speak up? Today, four physicians with four different specialties return to bust medical myths and teach you things you never knew about your body. First up, 45-year-old Pamela has a paralyzing fear of physicians. She was diagnosed with a terminal lung disease six years ago and hasn't set foot in a doctor's office since. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil creates a makeshift exam room backstage! Then, Denise and her husband, Steve, have been trying to get pregnant for three years. Steve says he’s tired of sex being a business deal, but Denise desperately wants a baby. Should she keep trying to conceive or just move on with her life? And, having four kids wreaked havoc on Casey's body, and now she wants cosmetic surgery. Her husband, Jonathan, says a tummy tuck is too expensive, and thinks Casey can get in shape by doing more sit-ups. See Dr. Phil’s surprise for her! Plus, a couple who say their 9- and 15-year-old sons are still not potty trained! Tell us what you think!

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July 17, 2007, 3:11 pm PDT

We need to suport each other

I sufferd with Encompresis as a child and now have a child who suffers with it. I welcome any information, feedback of questions. Email me apidwest@yahoo.com
 
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July 17, 2007, 5:58 pm PDT

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thank you so much for going on the show I really needed some answers. I have been serching for answers for years. I hope no one has to suffer in silence any more. We really need to get this information out there.

 

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July 18, 2007, 4:15 pm PDT

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I am sorry u think all of us mothers and fathers abuse r children that have encopresis.... it isn't the kids fault OR the parents... but with single minded thinking like urs no wonder my son comes home crying daily... thank u for not educating urself before u post about a problem u know absolutly nothing about.... remind me to go see u if I have any problems dr. since u just know it all....
Its very upsetting that someone such as yourself would comment in this way.  You are obviously not a parent or have never had difficulties in life.  I have two children, one 7 and one 5.  My five year old has no problems using the bathroom but unfortunatly my 7 year old has encopresis.  I know that it is a medical condition as I have potty trained both my children the same way.  Your comment is very bothersome because you have no clue what children such as my son has to go through on a daily basis.  For the last two years he has every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday has to drink two bottles of magnesium citrate, chew 80 milk of magnesium tablets and everyday of the week have to take two adult doses of Mirilax, yes my 7 year old son has to do this.  Til this day we still have not been able to get him completly cleaned out.  His potty muscle is still stretched out leaving him clueless to when his potty is coming out.  We see a Pediatrition Gastronoligist on a regular basis and he continues physical therapy to learn to use that muscle properly.  We have even had him see a pysciatrist that specializes in this situation. It is a struggle everyday not only for myself and my husband but I always think of what my child has to go through.  Having to keep my 7 year old who is starting 3rd grade in a pull up that barely fits him any more and picking him up from school, smelling what has happened and how it effects his life is such a challenge that maybe you should keep your negativity to yourself.  These children are not abused,  they have a challenging medical condition that I wouldn't wish on anyone and for your own good, I hope you never have to deal with this situation, because you will feel horrible for even making such a comment.
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:24 pm PDT

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I don't feel sorry for the parents. It is their fault that these children are like this. These boys have been abused in some form. Either physical or mental. How awful for these children.
Its very upsetting that someone such as yourself would comment in this way.  You are obviously not a parent or have never had difficulties in life.  I have two children, one 7 and one 5.  My five year old has no problems using the bathroom but unfortunatly my 7 year old has encopresis.  I know that it is a medical condition as I have potty trained both my children the same way.  Your comment is very bothersome because you have no clue what children such as my son has to go through on a daily basis.  For the last two years he has every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday has to drink two bottles of magnesium citrate, chew 80 milk of magnesium tablets and everyday of the week have to take two adult doses of Mirilax, yes my 7 year old son has to do this.  Til this day we still have not been able to get him completly cleaned out.  His potty muscle is still stretched out leaving him clueless to when his potty is coming out.  We see a Pediatrition Gastronoligist on a regular basis and he continues physical therapy to learn to use that muscle properly.  We have even had him see a pysciatrist that specializes in this situation. It is a struggle everyday not only for myself and my husband but I always think of what my child has to go through.  Having to keep my 7 year old who is starting 3rd grade in a pull up that barely fits him any more and picking him up from school, smelling what has happened and how it effects his life is such a challenge that maybe you should keep your negativity to yourself.  These children are not abused,  they have a challenging medical condition that I wouldn't wish on anyone and for your own good, I hope you never have to deal with this situation, because you will feel horrible for even making such a comment.
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:27 pm PDT

stay a baby forever

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     I once had a boyfriend whose little boy decided, at about 3 years old, that he wasn't potty trained anymore. They took him to doctors and fussed over it. Perhaps it was a case like these 2 boys. But I still believe his was a ploy for more attention. he not only crapped in his pants, he'd pee in his pants, too. But only at home, never at preschool or around any of his friends. It got difficult to take him anywhere. this continued for years. His parents and grandparents made a big deal over it, just like he wanted. i used to just tell him- "go change your pants and wash yourself up". And he had to do it himself. None of this baby routine. Most kids I've known want independance. This kid wanted to be a baby forever.
   so let him make him wear diapers to pre school till kids ask him then if they laugh or are rude he wont like it and use the potty right?
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:33 pm PDT

encopresis

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I don't feel sorry for the parents. It is their fault that these children are like this. These boys have been abused in some form. Either physical or mental. How awful for these children.
Its very upsetting that someone such as yourself would comment in this way.  You are obviously not a parent or have never had difficulties in life.  I have two children, one 7 and one 5.  My five year old has no problems using the bathroom but unfortunatly my 7 year old has encopresis.  I know that it is a medical condition as I have potty trained both my children the same way.  Your comment is very bothersome because you have no clue what children such as my son has to go through on a daily basis.  For the last two years he has every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday has to drink two bottles of magnesium citrate, chew 80 milk of magnesium tablets and everyday of the week have to take two adult doses of Mirilax, yes my 7 year old son has to do this.  Til this day we still have not been able to get him completly cleaned out.  His potty muscle is still stretched out leaving him clueless to when his potty is coming out.  We see a Pediatrition Gastronoligist on a regular basis and he continues physical therapy to learn to use that muscle properly.  We have even had him see a pysciatrist that specializes in this situation. It is a struggle everyday not only for myself and my husband but I always think of what my child has to go through.  Having to keep my 7 year old who is starting 3rd grade in a pull up that barely fits him any more and picking him up from school, smelling what has happened and how it effects his life is such a challenge that maybe you should keep your negativity to yourself.  These children are not abused,  they have a challenging medical condition that I wouldn't wish on anyone and for your own good, I hope you never have to deal with this situation, because you will feel horrible for even making such a comment.
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:34 pm PDT

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would you like to foot the bill
  what is a foot bill?
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:35 pm PDT

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would you like to foot the bill
  what is a foot bill?
 
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July 18, 2007, 4:35 pm PDT

retraction

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I am sorry u think all of us mothers and fathers abuse r children that have encopresis.... it isn't the kids fault OR the parents... but with single minded thinking like urs no wonder my son comes home crying daily... thank u for not educating urself before u post about a problem u know absolutly nothing about.... remind me to go see u if I have any problems dr. since u just know it all....
replied to wrong person, this is meant for Kendra1820,  i completley agree with you
 
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July 18, 2007, 5:04 pm PDT

Be careful what you wish for...

Quote From: momsemi

Please tell the couple who are trying so hard to have a baby they need to relax, quit thinking about getting pregnant, and enjoy themselves.

 

When we were first married 48 years ago, we wanted to have children right away and since it didn't happen immediately, we began to stress about it and do whatever the medical community knew to do back in those days.  It did indeed sort of become a job.  We lived on a farm.  One of the ewes had twin lambs and wouldn't "own" one.  I began feeding it with a bottle, which had to be done on a regular schedule day and night.  Getting pregnant kind of went to the bottom of the list, as this sweet fluffy little orphan was depending on me for it's life.     The lamb gradually began to thrive and one morning as I was bending over to feed it, I noticed I was very nauseated.   This continued to get worse and lo and behold I found out I was pregnant.  My husband thinks feeding the lamb brought  out my maternal instinct.  I think just forgetting about trying so hard was what did the trick.  PS  The lamb lived on to have lambs of it's own.

 

 

When I saw this show I was envious of the woman who was trying to get pregnant to give her daughter a sister.  She said she was close to her sister and that she wanted her daughter to experience that also.  I've got to say that there is no guarantee that that will happen even if she has another daughter.  My sister and I are not at all close.  My sister can't  even bring herself to leave her family for two hours to come to my birthday dinner.  The older I become, the more I find that friends can treat you better than family members.  I wish her luck regardless and hope that her wishes come true. 
 
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