1. Overview A diet low in fiber may cause constipation. Sense of rectal blockage and defecation after more than 24 hours may increase the risk of developing chronic constipation. Once the first symptoms occur, it is advisable to consult a doctor. Among the factors that contribute to constipation installation are: lack of exercise, routine and [...]...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that leads to abdominal pain and cramping, changes in bowel movements, and other symptoms.IBS is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. In IBS, the structure of the bowel is not abnormal. About 1 in 6 people in the U.S. have [...]...

Constipation is not a disease—rather, it is a symptom. And most often than not, this symptom is caused by a person’s inactivity and sedentary lifestyle, a diet with minimum to no fiber at all, and not being able to drink the adequate amount of fluids in a daily basis. Simple as these causes may sound [...]...

Constipation and IBS or irritable bowel syndrome are two almost inseparable conditions. When one is present, it is not impossible for the other condition to exist. However, before we tackle about both conditions conjugally—let us first take a look at them singly. What Is Constipation? Constipation is basically a digestive condition where a person fails [...]...

Perhaps for a constipated person, the mere sight or smell of a bathroom will make him or her feel disgust and pain! This is because constipation is a very difficult and irritating phenomenon. Many people suffer from constipation—in fact millions of cases are diagnosed each year in the US—that does not include yet the cases [...]...