Similarly to most FGID, chronic constipation is more commonly diagnosed in female patients (M/F ratio: 1: 2–3) (1, 2). Constipation is a prevalent disorders in Western countries that may affect up to ...

Constipation is often ignored as a minor discomfort. However, when it becomes chronic, lasting more than three months, it can ...

A new update from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is calling for greater caution before surgery is ...

To manage chronic constipation, osmotic laxatives are appropriate first-line medical therapy. (HealthDay News) — Recommendations have been developed to address evaluation and management of chronic ...

After spinal cord injury gastric motility is slowed. This results in prolonged transit time. Stool can remain in the colon 2-3 times longer than normal. Water absorption is increased which leads to ...

Chronic constipation can be more than a passing annoyance—it can disrupt daily life, impacting mood, energy, and overall health. Occasional constipation is not uncommon, but chronic constipation is a ...

Chronic constipation affects 8–12% of Americans. While most patients improve with conventional treatments, a small but challenging subset remains refractory. These patients often undergo extensive ...

A new clinical practice update outlines a stepwise approach to diagnosing and managing refractory constipation before ...

When it comes to the best foods for easing chronic constipation, are kiwis on your grocery list? New dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association, published Monday, say that kiwis — along ...

Among foods included in the guidelines, both kiwifruit and rye bread showed effectiveness at helping with chronic constipation. Chronic constipation affects up to 20% of adults in the United States, ...