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There are many different conditions that affect the proper functioning of the colon, according to Colon-cancer-digestion-health-zone, a website on disorders of the digestive system and colon. The website points out that accuracy in diagnosis is essential because many colon conditions present similar symptoms, such as diarrhea or constipation, but may require different treatments. One colon disorder where accurate diagnosis is vital is Hirschsprung's disease, a condition named after Dr. Harald Hirschsprung, a Danish physician who first correctly diagnosed the disease in 1886.
Hirschsprung's Disease is a condition that affects the colon and makes it difficult for a patient to pass stool. The condition occurs when some sections of the colon are missing nerve endings that affect the ability of the muscles to move stool through the intestines. The condition is congenital and symptoms can occur in infants, but they may occur when the child reaches the teenage years, according to the Mayo Clinic.
