A new practice guideline aims to help clinicians navigate an increasingly crowded field of over-the-counter and prescription treatment options for chronic idiopathic constipation in otherwise-healthy ...

Blood in your stool may be due to a number of factors, such as straining to poop, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Treatment depends on the specific cause of your constipation and bleeding. Many people ...

A Mendelian randomization found that a potential link between constipation and colorectal cancer, with support for constipation as a cause of colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer (CRC) may be caused ...

Constipation is a common issue among teenagers, often resulting from a combination of dietary, lifestyle, and psychological factors. Eating plenty of fiber, staying hydrated, and managing stress may ...