Now scientists in Japan believe they may have discovered an important reason why some constipation treatments do not work.

Some studies suggest that acupressure may help relieve constipation. Many studies claim that acupuncture can have the same effect. However, there are limitations in this research. Constipation ...

A new condition of "bacterial constipation" has been discovered, which might lead to better treatments if going to the loo ...

Constipation is a common digestive issue which can be quite discomforting. It often leads to bloating and a feeling of fullness. A low-fibre diet, inadequate hydration, lack of physical activity and ...

Dehydration can cause constipation by resulting in dry and hard stools that are difficult to pass. It can also lead to other effects, such as diarrhea and bloating. Dehydration occurs when the body ...

Objectives Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex, progressive neurological disorder with motor and non-motor symptoms. Among the non-motor symptoms, constipation severely affects the patients’ quality ...

Gut health plays a vital role in overall well-being, with constipation remaining one of the most widespread and frustrating digestive issues that people face today. It affects individuals of all ages ...

Constipation is a very common side effect of gastric sleeve surgery. During a gastric sleeve procedure, surgeons remove around 80% of your stomach. This drastic change in the anatomy of your stomach ...

Scientists at Nagoya University in Japan have found two gut bacteria working together that contribute to chronic constipation. The duo, Akkermansia muciniphila and Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, ...