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- Constipation - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Constipation is fairly common A lack of dietary fiber, fluids and exercise can cause constipation But other medical conditions or certain medicines may be the cause Constipation is usually treated with changes in diet and exercise or with nonprescription medicines
- Constipation - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Treatment for constipation usually begins with diet and lifestyle changes meant to increase the speed at which stool moves through the colon Also, your health care professional may change the medicines you take if they may be causing or worsening constipation
- Constipation - 5 steps to keep things moving - Mayo Clinic Connect
If you’re having difficulty with constipation, here are some steps that can help soften your stools and keep your bowels moving Eat more fiber Adding fiber to your diet increases the weight of your stool and speeds its passage through your intestines Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables each day Choose whole-grain breads and cereals
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Dealing with chronic constipation
Constipation typically is defined as having fewer than three bowel movements a week or other symptoms (e g , hard stools, excessive straining, or a sense of incomplete evacuation after defecation) Chronic constipation refers to these symptoms when they last for several weeks or longer
- Nonprescription laxatives for constipation: Use with caution
Looking for a laxative to relieve constipation? Learn how different nonprescription medicines work and be aware of some risks
- Estreñimiento - Síntomas y causas - Mayo Clinic
Friedman S, et al , eds Chronic constipation fecal incontinence In: Greenberger's Current Diagnosis Treatment: Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Endoscopy 4th ed McGraw Hill; 2022 https: accessmedicine mhmedical com Accessed May 30, 2023
- Constipation from Gabapentin (Neurotin) - Mayo Clinic Connect
I have taken Gabapentin for 30 years and have been suffering from constipation for just as long I take Metamucil every day to try to combat this and I also try to incorporate prebiotics in my diet from food such as fermented sauerkraut, pickles and olives
- Infant constipation: How is it treated? - Mayo Clinic
Learn about baby bowel habits so you can recognize the difference between typical stool passage and constipation in infants
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