Constipation

Constipation is a condition in which stool becomes hard, dry, and difficult to pass, and bowel movements don’t happen very often. Other symptoms may include painful bowel movements, and feeling bloated, uncomfortable, and sluggish.

What is Constipation?

Constipation is a condition characterized by inability to pass stools that become hard and more difficult to pass.

Drugs that Cause Constipation

Constipation in the Elderly

Causes of Constipation

Slow Transit Constipation

Constipation Diagnosis

Constipation Prevention

Constipation in Children

Constipation in Babies

Constipation Symptoms

Constipation Treatments

Latest Constipation News and Research

Scientists identify a molecular switch that controls water flow in the gut

Although constipation and diarrhea may seem like opposite problems, they both hinge on the same underlying issue: how much fluid moves into the gut. These common issues affect millions of people in the U.S. each year, yet scientists have not fully understood what regulates intestinal fluid balance.

9 Jan 2026

$AGA's new update urges caution before surgical treatment of refractory constipation$

AGA's new update urges caution before surgical treatment of refractory constipation

A new update from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is calling for greater caution before surgery is considered for patients with refractory constipation, a severe, chronic form of constipation that does not respond to standard treatments.

7 Jan 2026

Acupuncture may help ICU patients recover faster

Acupuncture's multi-pathway effects in ICU patients may reduce complications, support rehabilitation, and improve recovery while minimizing medication use.

6 Jan 2026

Unnecessary gluten-free diets may put children at risk

Understanding gluten-related disorders is crucial for pediatric nutrition, as gluten-free diets can pose health risks without appropriate medical supervision.

15 Dec 2025

Over-contracted gut muscles drive gastrointestinal symptoms in myotonic dystrophy

Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, affecting about 1 in 8,000 people. While it is well known for causing muscle weakness and stiffness, DM1 also affects other organs, including the brain, heart and gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

12 Dec 2025

Maxillary nerve block may reduce perioperative opioid consumption in pediatric primary clefts

For infants undergoing cleft palate surgery, local anesthetic injection targeting the maxillary nerve of the face may reduce or eliminate the need for opioid medications to control postoperative pain, reports a study in The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.

12 Dec 2025

Lubiprostone shows signs of slowing kidney function decline in chronic kidney disease

In adults with stage IIIb–IV chronic kidney disease, the constipation drug lubiprostone did not reduce gut-derived uremic toxins but preserved creatinine-based kidney function over 24 weeks. The benefit was linked to microbiome remodeling, increased polyamine production, and improved mitochondrial function rather than toxin lowering.

8 Dec 2025

Virtual diet and exercise program shows promise in reducing lymphoma treatment side effects

Patients undergoing treatment for lymphoma often experience adverse side effects that can be so severe that they stop or slow treatment.

7 Dec 2025

Study provides new hope for future treatment of intestinal condition IBS

Researchers at örebro University in Sweden have made a significant advance in understanding the intestinal condition IBS.

2 Dec 2025

Daily walking patterns help flag early Parkinson’s signs in large UK study

Accelerometer data from nearly 95,000 adults show that higher daily step counts predict lower short-term Parkinson’s disease risk. But as follow-up extends, the association fades, indicating that reduced steps are more likely an early marker than a cause.

25 Nov 2025

Study compares GLP-1 drug benefits and finds substantial variation in clinical effects

GLP-1 receptor agonists improve glycaemic control and provide renal, metabolic, and selective cardiovascular benefits in people with type 2 diabetes, based on an umbrella review of 17 meta-analyses. However, these agents consistently increase gastrointestinal adverse effects and show important distinctions between class-level outcomes and individual drug effects, particularly for semaglutide.

20 Nov 2025

GLP-1 drugs beat metformin for weight control in teens with type 2 diabetes

In youth newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, GLP-1–based therapies, including semaglutide and tirzepatide, achieved similar blood sugar control but significantly greater reductions in body mass index than metformin. These findings highlight the potential of high-potency GLP-1 agents as effective monotherapy options in managing obesity and glycemic control in adolescents.

10 Nov 2025

New study highlights the impact of pediatric integrative medicine services

A new study conducted by University Hospitals Connor Whole Health highlights the impact of pediatric integrative medicine services.

5 Nov 2025

Study highlights high prevalence of non-coeliac gluten sensitivity lacking clear markers

Around one in ten people worldwide report gastrointestinal and other symptoms such as fatigue and headache after eating foods containing gluten or wheat despite not having a diagnosis of either coeliac disease or wheat allergy, finds a large systematic review and meta-analysis published online in Gut.

29 Oct 2025

Study reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis among Americans younger than 50

A comprehensive analysis of over 5.2 million hospitalizations reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis cases among Americans younger than 50.

24 Oct 2025

Night shift work may raise risk of irritable bowel syndrome

The study indicates that night shift work increases irritable bowel syndrome risk, particularly among those with obesity, due to circadian rhythm disturbances.

22 Oct 2025

Study clarifies the complex interaction between gut bacteria and common gastrointestinal disorder

Research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, clarifies the complex interaction between gut bacteria and IBS.

21 Oct 2025

Mediterranean-style diets improve pelvic floor function and sexual health, review finds

This systematic review and meta-analysis of 31 studies reveals that healthy, anti-inflammatory dietary patterns, particularly the Mediterranean and DASH diets, are linked to improved sexual function and reduced incontinence symptoms in pelvic floor dysfunction. However, prospective evidence for incontinence improvement remains limited, suggesting that benefits may be mediated by metabolic and inflammatory pathways, especially in individuals with obesity or metabolic syndrome.

19 Oct 2025

Which foods and supplements really ease chronic constipation?

BDA's first guidelines on chronic constipation reveal effective dietary supplements, including psyllium and magnesium oxide, for better digestive health.

16 Oct 2025

Kiwifruits could help alleviate chronic constipation

Kiwifruits, rye bread and high mineral-content water could all help alleviate chronic constipation.

13 Oct 2025

Constipation

Overview

Drugs that Cause Constipation

Constipation in the Elderly

Causes of Constipation

Feature Articles

Slow Transit Constipation

Constipation Diagnosis

Constipation Prevention

Constipation in Children

Constipation in Babies

Constipation Symptoms

Constipation Treatments

Latest Constipation News and Research

Scientists identify a molecular switch that controls water flow in the gut

AGA's new update urges caution before surgical treatment of refractory constipation

Acupuncture may help ICU patients recover faster

Unnecessary gluten-free diets may put children at risk

Over-contracted gut muscles drive gastrointestinal symptoms in myotonic dystrophy

Maxillary nerve block may reduce perioperative opioid consumption in pediatric primary clefts

Lubiprostone shows signs of slowing kidney function decline in chronic kidney disease

Virtual diet and exercise program shows promise in reducing lymphoma treatment side effects

Study provides new hope for future treatment of intestinal condition IBS

Daily walking patterns help flag early Parkinson’s signs in large UK study

Study compares GLP-1 drug benefits and finds substantial variation in clinical effects

GLP-1 drugs beat metformin for weight control in teens with type 2 diabetes

New study highlights the impact of pediatric integrative medicine services

Study highlights high prevalence of non-coeliac gluten sensitivity lacking clear markers

Study reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis among Americans younger than 50

Night shift work may raise risk of irritable bowel syndrome

Study clarifies the complex interaction between gut bacteria and common gastrointestinal disorder

Mediterranean-style diets improve pelvic floor function and sexual health, review finds

Which foods and supplements really ease chronic constipation?

Kiwifruits could help alleviate chronic constipation

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Constipation

Overview

Feature Articles

Slow Transit Constipation

Constipation Diagnosis

Constipation Prevention

Constipation in Children

Constipation in Babies

Constipation Symptoms

Constipation Treatments

Latest Constipation News and Research

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

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