Introduction: Constipation has been one of the most common diseases referred to the pediatric gastroenterology clinic, reaching up to 30% of all clinic referrals. Digital rectal examination is the ...

SAN DIEGO — By skipping rectal examinations as part of their workup, physicians may be missing the cause of constipation for some, a new study suggests. Constipation is one of the most common reasons ...

Constipation involves having fewer than three bowel movements a week. Having dry, hard stools is a common sign of constipation. Children may avoid the bathroom and have a swollen stomach when they are ...

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Antibiotics can cause many side effects. In some cases, this may include constipation. The risk of constipation depends on the specific antibiotic a person takes and other individual risk factors.

Constipation can affect anyone, and 15 percent of U.S. adults experience a chronic inability to have regular bowel movements. Fortunately, you often can reverse constipation with a few lifestyle ...

Constipation may cause back pain in some cases. Other times, the underlying cause of your back pain may lead to constipation, like if you have a tumor or infection impacting your spine. See a doctor ...