Constipation in children is best measured by stool consistency, not frequency, says expert. The doctor stresses diet, ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - As cold and flu season continues to impact schools, some children may also be fighting another common condition. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable ...

Drink lots of water. Dr. Stein says that “plenty of hydration” will help lower the risk of constipation. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men aim to ...

Probiotics can improve constipation by stimulating bowel movements to allow stool to move more quickly through the gut.

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It was only when things got to a crisis point that Elissa was told constipation was causing Ivan's pain. She thinks he would ...

Constipation can last a couple of days or a couple of weeks, depending on the cause. Certain conditions or medications may cause chronic or long-term constipation. Constipation typically goes away in ...

Following a high protein diet without enough fiber may lead to constipation. Increasing fiber intake, drinking plenty of fluids, and regular exercise, may help prevent or relieve constipation. Protein ...