Surgery Should Be Last Resort For Chronic Constipation, Guidelines Say

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Jan. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Surgery should be a last resort for people ...
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The great fiber myth: New science debunks prunes and bran as the ultimate constipation cure

Groundbreaking clinical guidelines reveal that traditional remedies like prunes and high-fiber diets lack empirical evidence, ...
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Drug-free relief from chronic constipation may come from a new vibrating pill

People who struggle with chronic constipation have a new drug-free option to help get things moving again. It's a first-of-its-kind capsule about is the size of a regular pill -- but instead of ...
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Chronic constipation treatment turns to vibrating capsule

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 ...
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The best 16 foods to relieve constipation fast, according to a dietitian

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, ...
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6 foods for constipation relief and healthy bowel movements

Increasing fiber intake and drinking plenty of fluids can relieve and prevent constipation. Foods such as prunes and fruits are excellent sources of fiber and other nutrients known to assist in ...

Doctor says 40–50% of chronic constipation patients don’t respond to laxatives, here’s why

Chronic constipation is more than just the occasional “off” day in the bathroom. It’s when going becomes difficult, uncomfortable, or infrequent for w.

Expert guidance urges caution before surgery for patients with treatment-resistant constipation

A new update from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is calling for greater caution before surgery is ...
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7 simple ways to relieve constipation and feel better fast

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 ...
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I had chronic constipation. I found relief in yoga.

For years, I struggled with constipation, which left me bloated and uncomfortable. I discovered that certain yoga poses helped with my bloating. After every yoga session, I used to go to the bathroom ...
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Chronic constipation: Kiwi, mineral water may be best for providing relief

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, ...
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Kiwi, Specific Supplements May Improve Chronic Constipation, New Guidelines Say

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 ...