eMedTV Constipation Articles

Causes of Constipation

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 19:00:12 CST

Causes of Constipation
As this eMedTV article explains, physical inactivity, not getting enough fiber, and not drinking enough water are the most common causes of constipation. This page also explains other possible causes, including some colon disorders and medications.

Constapation Remedy

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 14:39:21 CST

Constapation Remedy
Diet changes, laxatives, and lifestyle changes are a few possible constipation treatments. This page on the eMedTV site discusses these and other treatment options. Constapation remedy is a common misspelling and variation of constipation treatment.

Constapation

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 11:22:54 CST

Constapation
As explained in this eMedTV resource, constipation can cause difficult bowel movements and hard, dry stool. Other symptoms may include feeling bloated, uncomfortable, and sluggish. Constapation is a common misspelling of constipation.

Constipation Causes

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 19:00:22 CST

Constipation Causes
This eMedTV article explains the many possible constipation causes, such as not exercising enough, not getting enough fiber, and not drinking enough fluids. This page also covers other causes, including medications, diseases, and abuse of laxatives.

Constipation in Children

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 19:00:01 CST

Constipation in Children
Constipation in children can usually be treated by eating enough fiber and drinking water. This portion of the eMedTV library provides an overview of constipation in children, including information about its causes and symptoms.

Constipation in the Elderly

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 09:59:11 CDT

Constipation in the Elderly
Constipation is more common in the elderly than it is in younger people. This eMedTV resource deals with constipation in the elderly. This Web page also provides questions that can help determine whether you are constipated.

Constipation Relief

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 13:28:05 CDT

Constipation Relief
Lifestyle changes, such as daily exercise and drinking enough fluids, can help with constipation relief. This eMedTV site outlines several suggestions, like increasing fiber intake, that can contribute to constipation relief.

Constipation Treatment

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 13:38:06 CDT

Constipation Treatment
Constipation treatments can include diet changes, lifestyle changes, and laxatives. As this eMedTV article explains, the treatment your doctor recommends will depend on the severity of the constipation.

Constipation

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:13:51 CDT

Constipation
Constipation is a condition characterized by difficult or infrequent bowel movements and hard, dry stool. This eMedTV segment provides a complete overview of constipation, including information on its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Cronic Constipation

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 17:00:56 CST

Cronic Constipation
People with chronic constipation may have painful bowel movements that result in dry, hard stool. This eMedTV Web page discusses constipation and offers tips for relieving it. Cronic constipation is a common misspelling and variation of constipation.

Diagnosing Constipation

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 19:00:34 CST

Diagnosing Constipation
When diagnosing constipation, your doctor looks at your medical history and results of your physical exam. This eMedTV page explains how extensive testing, including x-rays, may be required for diagnosing constipation in people with severe symptoms.

Foods That Cause Constipation

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 09:35:41 CDT

Foods That Cause Constipation
Foods that cause constipation are usually low-fiber, processed foods. As this eMedTV resource explains, foods that cause constipation can include frozen dinners, instant mashed potatoes, snack foods (such as chips and pizza), and many others.

Symptoms of Constipation

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 12:09:33 CDT

Symptoms of Constipation
Common symptoms of constipation include difficult, painful, and/or infrequent bowel movements. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses symptoms of constipation and possible complications, such as anal fissures.

What to Do for Constapation

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:39:41 CDT

What to Do for Constapation
Constipation treatment can involve lifestyle changes, laxatives, and enemas, among other things. This eMedTV page covers these and other treatment options. "What to do for constapation" is a common misspelling and variation of constipation treatment.