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Constipation Resources

For more information on constipation, please visit the following:   American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS): Constipation http://www.fascrs.org/patients/conditions/constipation/   Kids...

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Prevent Constipation

Avoid Discomfort The following lifestyle habits can help prevent constipation: Eat plenty of fiber found in fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains Limit low-fiber or high-sodium foods Drink plenty...

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Alternative Constipation Treatment

Lifestyle Changes Simple lifestyle changes may prove most effective in treating and avoiding constipation. If a person is regularly constipated, it probably means he or she is dehydrated or isn’t...

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Traditional Treatment of Constipation

Severe Constipation To resolve constipation, a person should always attempt diet and lifestyle changes first. If a healthier change isn’t enough, over-the-counter (OTC) medications known as laxatives...

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Causes of Constipation

Painful Constipation Constipation occurs when a stool is moving too slowly through the digestive tract. This causes the stool to become dry and hard, making passage of the stool painful, difficult, or...

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Constipation Symptoms

Is it Constipation? Skipping a bowel movement one day doesn’t mean a person is constipated. This may occur naturally, if the person changes diet, doesn’t get enough exercise, sleep, or is attempting to...

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Constipation Overview

What is Constipation? Constipation is the difficult passage of the stool, or infrequent bowel movements. It is a gastrointestinal problem that is quite common in the U.S. Normal frequency of bowel...

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