Constipation is more common than many admit, but foods like kiwi, prunes, and flaxseed, along with proper hydration and ...

Constipation is a fairly common condition, often related to a lack of fiber and hydration. Several lifestyle factors also influence constipation, including exercise, sleep and stress. See your ...

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help.

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Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a type of IBS, a condition that causes different digestive symptoms. The main symptom of IBS-C is constipation, with infrequent, hardened bowel ...

Splinting is a technique people may use to relieve constipation. It involves using a finger to press against the perineum or vaginal wall to help move a stool out of the rectum. There is little ...