A panel of gastroenterologists from five countries has proposed a working definition for "occasional constipation" that recognizes the wide variation in symptoms and patient perceptions of a problem ...

Constipation and blood in the stool can occur at the same time, due to many different reasons. For most people, blood in stool may occur due to issues with bowel movements, tears to the anus, or ...

Medically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MD Key Takeaways Chronic idiopathic constipation is a condition with constipation symptoms but no identifiable cause.Women, older people, and those with lower ...

Kiwis offer natural digestive support that may reduce constipation and bloating. Learn how daily intake affects regularity, gut comfort, and overall digestion.

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Older women bothered by constipation may have a higher risk of heart disease than those who are more "regular," a large study of U.S. women suggests. Researchers say the ...

We all know what it feels like to be, well, stuck. Constipation is frustratingly common and tends to become even more so as we age. The good news? There are natural, research-backed ways to get things ...

Constipation can cause discomfort and may lead to health complications. High fiber fruits, probiotics, whole grains, pulses, and many other options can help ease and prevent constipation. Read on to ...

Child-rearing practices and attitudes could be contributing factors when kids have chronic constipation issues, according to a new study from the Netherlands. "Stool-withholding and behavior problems ...

Mild constipation in children is fairly common, but gastroenterologists have been seeing what they believe is the start of a troubling trend: more children with more serious and chronic bouts of the ...

Poop that comes out like pebbles may mean you have constipation or an underlying medical condition. Drinking more water, changing your diet, or treating the underlying condition may help. The texture ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The FDA has approved Linzess, the first therapy for pediatric functional constipation in patients aged 6 to 17 ...