Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You know how bothersome a bout of constipation can be: the painful pressure or cramping in your abdomen, a distended belly, ...

After spinal cord injury gastric motility is slowed. This results in prolonged transit time. Stool can remain in the colon 2-3 times longer than normal. Water absorption is increased which leads to ...

Most people think of digestive problems as purely gastrointestinal in origin. Bloating, constipation, cramps, or acid reflux; these are usually linked to what we eat or the state of our gut lining.

Constipation happens to us all. In fact, 16% of Americans and one-third of older adults suffer from chronic constipation. Difficulty passing stool and the pain that comes with it are responsible for ...

Doctors categorize constipation into several types. Understanding the different types of constipation can help you choose the best treatment for your specific condition. Constipation is a common ...

Constipation is a problem with passing stool. How often you poop is different for each person. Some people poop several times a day and others poop only a few times a week. Passing fewer than three ...