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Includes a definition of constipation and information on how it develops, how it is diagnosed, and how it can be treated. Also provides details on misconceptions about constipation ... What causes constipation?
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digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation/
digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation/
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Defines constipation and includes steps for prevention, as well as a list of additional resources. ... What is constipation? ... What tests are done to find the causes of constipation?
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digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation_ez/
digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation_ez/
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Alternate Name(s): Irregularity of bowels; Lack of regular bowel movements ... Constipation refers to infrequent or hard stools, or difficulty passing stools. Constipation may involve pain during the passage of a bowel movement, inability to pass a bowel movement after straining or pushing for more than 10 minutes, or no ...
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003125.htm#Def...
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003125.htm#Definition
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Constipation means that a person has three or fewer bowel movements in a week. The stool can be hard and dry. Sometimes it is painful to pass. At one time or another, almost everyone gets constipated. In most cases, it lasts a short time and is not serious.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/constipation.html
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/constipation.html
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Constipation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Constipation , costiveness , or irregularity is a condition of the digestive system in which a person (or animal) experiences hard feces (faeces) that are difficult to expel. This usually happens...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constipation
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WebMD looks at what causes constipation and what can be done to treat it. ... What Causes Constipation? ... What Are the Symptoms of Constipation?
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www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-co...
www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-constipation
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Learn about laxatives for constipation treatment. Some of the OTC laxative preparations include: bulk-forming, stool softeners, lubricants, stimulants, saline, enemas and suppositories. Side effects and precautions are included in the information. ... Laxatives For Constipation Index...
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www.medicinenet.com/laxatives_for_constipation/article....
www.medicinenet.com/laxatives_for_constipation/article.htm
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