By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Jan. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Surgery should be a last resort for people ...

Surgery for refractory constipation should be a last resort, used only after comprehensive physiologic and psychological ...

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

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

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER ANNOUNCED A STUDY ON A VIBRATING CAPSULE THAT COULD TREAT CHRONIC, CHRONIC CONSTIPATION. WELL, THE TRIALS TO THIS NEW DRUG FREE TREATMENT OPTION ARE PIONEERED BY. DOCTOR BRIAN ...

Hydrate. “Staying well-hydrated keeps stool soft and easier to pass, which is especially important after several days of ...

Constipation and the many remedies to offset it are common themes in my nutrition practice as a registered dietitian. Most of us will experience some degree of constipation at some point in our lives, ...

If you’ve ever experienced the discomfort of constipation, you’re certainly not alone. This common digestive issue affects approximately one in ten American adults, causing everything from physical ...

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, ...

Chronic constipation often persists despite laxative use because the root cause can be dyssynergic defecation, a muscle ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable bloating and cramping. Sure, there are a bounty of constipation prevention options ...

Chronic constipation affects 8–12% of Americans. While most patients improve with conventional treatments, a small but ...