There’s a lot of confusion around constipation, say scientists, who are calling for a new medical definition for the issue. King’s College London researchers say the public’s perception of ...

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 ...

Eating fiber-rich foods can help optimize digestive health, but too much fiber may worsen constipation if insufficient fiber isn’t the cause. Constipation is a common problem that affects up to 20% of ...

Though not a direct cause of constipation, it can aggravate the problem. Lisa Antao tells you how It’s a common and some what embarrassing problem for people. While some get constipated on few ...

Though not a direct cause, it can aggravate the problem. MT tells you why It’s a common and somewhat embarrassing problem for people. While some get constipated on few occasions, for others it’s more ...