Constipation represents one of the most common digestive health challenges, affecting millions of people who experience difficulty with regular bowel movements. The condition encompasses various ...

Chronic constipation affects more than 1 in 10 people worldwide. This condition can disrupt daily life with symptoms like infrequent bowel movements, hard stools, and abdominal discomfort. While many ...

A new drug called linaclotide can reduce symptoms of chronic constipation for some patients, according to a report in the New England Journal of Medicine. In two trials of linaclotide, about 21 ...

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 ...

Blood in your stool may be due to a number of factors, such as straining to poop, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Treatment depends on the specific cause of your constipation and bleeding. Many people ...

A low-FODMAP diet is recommended for many people with IBS-C to help prevent flare-ups. Increasing soluble fiber may ease symptoms by making stool softer and easier to pass. Over-the-counter laxatives ...

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 ...