The main principle behind the treatment of constipation is to treat the underlying problem. For instance, correcting hypothyroidism or hypercalcaemia is preferable to using laxatives to stimulate ...

Constipation is a common issue that affects millions of people, leading to discomfort, bloating and a general sense of unease. While over-the-counter medications are widely available, many ...

Scientists have discovered that a microorganism may be causing digestive problems in some people, potentially paving the way for better treatments for constipation. Analyzing data from more than ...

She has been told by two different doctors who she sees regularly (an endocrinologist and a colorectal surgeon) that it is “perfectly OK” to take laxatives every day for extended periods of time.

She has been told by two different doctors who she sees regularly (an endocrinologist and a colorectal surgeon) that it is “perfectly OK” to take laxatives every day for extended periods of time.

It’s more common among older adults who have bowel problems. Fecal impaction vs. constipation Constipation is when you have bowel movements less often than expected, or they're hard, dry ...

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) has issued updated guidelines, published in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, about how to evaluate and manage chronic constipation. The journal ...

Former Liverpool captain Graeme Souness has revealed his pre-match routine included taking laxatives. Souness played for the likes of Middlesbrough, Liverpool, Sampdoria and Rangers during his ...

She has been told by two different doctors who she sees regularly (an endocrinologist and a colorectal surgeon) that it is “perfectly OK” to take laxatives every day for extended periods of time.

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AbbVie (ABBV) announced Tuesday that Health Canada has approved CONSTELLA (linaclotide) as a once-daily oral treatment for children ...