101. Postgraduate Medicine: Patient Notes: Constipation Patient Notes constipation. VOL 109 / NO 3 / MARCH 2001 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE. Whatcan be done about it? constipation seldom is a medical emergency. http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/2001/03_01/pn_constipation.htm

Patient Notes Constipation VOL 109 / NO 3 / MARCH 2001 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE Our great-grandmothers would gasp to hear it, but "regularity" does not mean what it used to. Although many people still believe it is important to have a bowel movement every dayand even at the same time every daythis is not true. The time needed for food to pass through the intestine varies from person to person and from day to day in the same person. Constipation, an interesting word derived from the Latin term "constipatus," which roughly means "really packed in there," is more often related to the consistency of the stool than to the frequency. It is usually defined as passage of hard stool fewer than three times a week or difficulty passing stool. It isn't a disease, but it is a symptom of slow movement of food through the large intestine. The problem can be caused by inadequate fluid intake, lack of fiber in the diet, inactivity, medications, bowel obstruction, surgery, prolonged laxative use, stress, or not paying attention to nature's urges. What can be done about it?

102. Postgraduate Medicine: How To Deal With Chronic Constipation How to deal with chronic constipation. A stepwise method of establishing andtreating the source of the problem. How is chronic constipation defined? http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/1999/11_99/wong.htm

How to deal with chronic constipation A stepwise method of establishing and treating the source of the problem Peter W. K. Wong, MD; Shailesh Kadakia, MD VOL 106 / NO 6 / NOVEMBER 1999 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE CME learning objectives To understand the criteria required for a diagnosis of chronic constipation To learn the types of constipation and the evaluation procedures to distinguish colonic from outlet inertia To review treatment approaches chosen on the basis of cause and type of constipation This page is best viewed with a browser that supports tables Preview : Constipation is a symptom, not a disease, and can reflect a vast array of problems, from inadequate fiber intake to colonic motility dysfunction. The authors present a practical summary of steps to take in patient evaluation to rule out secondary causes and establish the type of constipation. Test findings can assist in patient management. The authors also discuss treatment methods to try depending on the underlying cause. Wong PWK, Kadakia S. How to deal with chronic constipation: a stepwise method of establishing and treating the source of the problem. Postgrad Med 1999;106(6):199-210 C onstipation affects at least 10% of the general US population (25% of the elderly) and accounts for more than 2.5 million physician visits each year (1). It is most prevalent in women, nonwhites, people over age 60, those who are physically inactive, and those who have a low income and poor education (2). Fortunately, the cause is not organic in most patients, and the problem can be successfully managed with dietary changes, ingestion of fiber and laxatives, and lifestyle modification (3). Only a few patients, in whom constipation persists after initial evaluation and treatment, require referral to a gastroenterologist.

103. Constipation What is an constipation? constipation is passage of small amounts ofhard, dry bowel movements, usually fewer than three times a week. http://www.mamashealth.com/constip.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Digestive Health Pages Appendicitis Celiac Disease Children With Ulcers Cholecystitis ... Zollinger-Ellison Links What is an Constipation? Constipation is passage of small amounts of hard, dry bowel movements, usually fewer than three times a week. People who are constipated may have difficult and painful bowel movements. Constipation is not a disease. It is a symptom. Constipation is usually caused by a disturbance of how the intestines works. Constipation is the most common gastrointestinal complaint in the United States. Constipation affects almost everyone at one time or another. It causes about 2 million annual visits to the doctor. What causes Constipation? The hard and dry stools of constipation occur when the intestines absorbs too much water. (Waste moves through the intestines and the intestines absorb water as the waste moves through it) This happens because the intestines's muscle contractions are slow or sluggish, causing the stool to move through the intestines too slowly. Some of the causes of constipation are: Poor diet, lack of exercise, not enough fiber in diet; Not enough liquids; Lack of exercise; Medications;

104. Constipation Treatment Guide For Children constipation, the passage of hard, painful and infrequent stools, is common inchildren. Medications for constipation. Name, Age, Dose. Metamucil/Citrucel http://pediatrics.about.com/library/weekly/aa081200.htm

zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') About Pediatrics Home Essentials ... Pediatric Problem Solver zau(256,152,180,'gob','http://z.about.com/5/ad/go.htm?gs='+gs,''); A - Z Index Ask a Pediatrician Find a Doctor Question of the Week ... Help zau(256,138,125,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/0.htm','');w(xb+xb); Stay Current Subscribe to the About Pediatrics newsletter. zau(256,152,100,'hs','http://z.about.com/5/ad/hs.htm?zIhsid=00',''); Search Pediatrics Constipation Treatment Guide Dietary and Medical Treatments for Children with Constipation Constipation is a common problem for infants and children and accounts for almost 3% of visits to a Pediatrician. Join the Discussion Have questions? Ask the Pediatrician. Pediatrics Guide Related Resources Nutrition Hirschsprung's Disease From Other Guides Constipation Nutrition Elsewhere on the Web Oral Laxatives Rectal Laxatives Constipation Why Am I Constipated? ... Encopresis Treatment Guide While there are some medical causes of constipation, such as Hirschsprung's disease, cystic fibrosis and hypothyroidism, most children who are constipated are normal. Warning signs that may indicate a more serious condition causing your child to be constipated include vomiting, weight loss, poor weight gain, fever, abdominal distention or having a poor appetite. Constipation is usually defined as having infrequent bowel movements that are hard and painful. Infants that strain or groan when they have a bowel movement are not constipated if their stool is soft, even if they only have a bowel movement every two or three days. It is also important to remember that many breastfed infants only have a bowel movement once every week or two.

105. Constipation Your browser does not support script, constipation, Donate, What is a normalbowel habit? Excretes waste material as stool. What is constipation? http://www.digestivedisorders.org.uk/leaflets/adcons.htm

Your browser does not support script Constipation What is a normal bowel habit? People vary a lot in how often they open their bowels - usually between three times a day and three times a week in the UK. A stool should be solid, but moist and easy to pass. What does the bowel do? Receives food and liquid that we eat and drink Absorbs most of the nutrients from food and drink into the blood-stream. Secretes fluid from the body into the gut. Propels its contents from the stomach down the length of the bowel to the back passage (anus). Excretes waste material as stool. What is constipation? A person is constipated when fewer than 3 bowel actions happen in a week, or if there is often a need to strain to pass a stool. Constipation is not a disease. Occasionally, however, it can be a symptom of underlying disease. How does constipation trouble people? You may feel uncomfortable or distended (bloated) in the abdomen, or feel a sense of fullness above the back passage. Straining can lead to piles which may appear at the anus or bleed. Women may find intercourse uncomfortable if the bowel is very full. What causes the usual types of constipation?

106. Constipation In Cats LaxaColon by DreamPharm LaxaColon is a herbal laxative formula for constipation relief, colon cleansing,intestinal health with numerous ramifying health benefits, and weight loss. http://www.bestfriends.org/members/health/catconstip.htm

Constipation in Cats By Dr. Margaret Muns, DVM Constipation is a sign of disease, and is relatively common in cats. It is characterized by infrequent or absent defecation, and the passage of hard, dry feces. There is also increased straining to defecate and decreased fecal volume. Constipation is different from obstipation, which is complete fecal obstruction. When cats have obstipation, it impossible for them to defecate. The colon becomes filled with rock-hard feces. Constipation generally has a good prognosis, but cats with obstipation usually develop irreversible changes in the muscle of their colon. Constipation is also different from megacolon, which refers to the condition of extreme colonic dilation, and is a disorder of the structure and function of the colon. Cats with megacolon are always constipated, however constipated cats don't necessarily have megacolon. Megacolon can be primary or secondary. It can be caused by a primary defect in the nerve supply of the colon, or it can become secondary to any lesion or disease that prevents normal defecation over a long period of time. Causes of Constipation Constipation can be caused by any disorder that prevents the normal passage of feces. The major causes of constipation can be divided into the following categories:

107. DreamPharm: LaxaColon, Herbal Formula For Constipation Relief And Colon Cleansin LaxaColon is a herbal laxative for constipation relief, colon cleansing, and weightloss. What is constipation? constipation is a symptom, not a disease. http://dreampharm.com/constipation/constipation.html

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108. Gale Encyclopedia Of Alternative Medicine: constipation. Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine by Kathleen Wright. constipationis one of the most common medical complaints in the United States. http://www.findarticles.com/g2603/0000/2603000038/p1/article.jhtml

Constipation @import url(/css/us/style.css); @import url(/css/us/searchResult1.css); @import url(/css/us/articles.css); Advanced Search Home Help IN all publications this publication Health Automotive Business Computing Entertainment Health News Reference Sports YOU ARE HERE Articles Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine Content provided in partnership with Print friendly Tell a friend Find subscription deals Constipation Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine by Kathleen Wright Definition Constipation is an acute or chronic condition in which bowel movements occur less often than usual or consist of hard, dry stools that are painful or difficult to pass. Bowel habits vary, but an adult who has not had a bowel movement in three days or a child who has not had a bowel movement in four days is considered constipated. Description Constipation is one of the most common medical complaints in the United States. It can occur at any age and is more common among individuals who resist the urge to move their bowels at the body's signal. This often happens when children start school or enter daycare and feel shy about asking permission to use the bathroom. Constipation is more common in women than in men and is especially apt to occur during pregnancy . Age alone does not increase the frequency of constipation, but elderly people are more likely to suffer from the condition.

109. BabyCenter -- Constipation: A Common Problem During Pregnancy Home Pregnancy Prenatal Health constipation during pregnancy Approved by theBabyCenter Medical Advisory Board. What can I do about my constipation? http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/pregnancy/prenatalhealth/836.html

var ACM, oPopup, oDefPopup, offsetTop=10, offsetLeft=10; You seem to have disabled JavaScript. To take full advantage of our site and functionality, we recommend you enable Javascript. How? Preconception Pregnancy Baby ... Prenatal Health Constipation during pregnancy Approved by the BabyCenter Medical Advisory Board By the BabyCenter editorial staff Why am I so constipated? What can I do about my constipation? Is constipation ever serious? Related Links Why am I so constipated? If it's any consolation, constipation is a common problem in pregnancy, affecting at least half of all pregnant women. The culprits are the pressure of your growing uterus on your rectum, along with pregnancy hormones, which slow the transit of food through your digestive tract. Iron supplements can make constipation worse. What can I do about my constipation? Here are some tips for preventing and easing constipation: fruits and vegetables every day. Add a couple of tablespoons of unprocessed wheat bran (available at health food stores) to your cereal in the morning, and follow it with a glass of water. water Walking swimming , cycling on a stationary bike, and yoga , can all help ease constipation, and leave you feeling more fit and healthy besides.

110. Definition And Causes Of Constipation constipation is passage of small amounts of hard, dry bowel movements, usuallyfewer than three times a week. Definition and Causes of constipation. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/930592170.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Digestive System By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Definition and Causes of Constipation Constipation is passage of small amounts of hard, dry bowel movements, usually fewer than three times a week. People who are constipated may find it difficult and painful to have a bowel movement. Other symptoms of constipation include feeling bloated, uncomfortable, and sluggish. Many people think they are constipated when, in fact, their bowel movements are regular. For example, some people believe they are constipated, or irregular, if they do not have a bowel movement every day. However, there is no right number of daily or weekly bowel movements. Normal may be three times a day or three times a week depending on the person. In addition, some people naturally have firmer stools than others. At one time or another almost everyone gets constipated. Poor diet and lack of exercise are usually the causes. In most cases, constipation is temporary and not serious. Understanding causes, prevention, and treatment will help most people find relief.

111. Constipation constipation is a symptom, not a disease. It is defined as having fewer bowelmovements than usual, with a long or hard passing of stools. constipation. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921703227.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Digestive System By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Constipation Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. It is defined as having fewer bowel movements than usual, with a long or hard passing of stools. Older people are more likely than younger people to have constipation. But experts agree that older people often worry too much about having a bowel movement every day. There is no right number of daily or weekly bowel movements. “Regularity” may mean bowel movements twice a day for some people or just twice a week for others. Questions to Ask Some doctors suggest asking these questions to decide if you are really constipated. Do you often have fewer than three bowel movements each week? Do you often have a hard time passing stools? Is there pain? Are there other problems such as bleeding? If the answers are yes, you probably do have a problem. Otherwise, you probably do not.

112. Home Remedies For Constipation Home remedies to help relieve your child s constipation, and how tohelp prevent it. Home remedies for constipation. Home remedies http://me.essortment.com/constipationchi_rimu.htm

Home remedies for constipation Home remedies to help relieve your child's constipation, and how to help prevent it. Constipation in children can be a painful, insecure, embarrassing experience for them and can lead to some serious medical problems. This does not have to happen, and in the privacy of your own home you can help your child through this embarrassing process. If you have problems dealing with such things, just remember it is worse for your child, and your job as a parent is to do everything you can to help. It is important for a child to have proper nutrition to help make sure they stay regular and do not become constipated. This requires a diet high in fiber. Foods such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes (beans), should be served with every meal. Kids may not have developed a taste for these kinds of food items so it is up to you to not only make sure they do get plenty of them, but also to try different ways of preparing them to find ways that your children do enjoy eating them. Try a vegetarian cook book to learn new, flavorful ways to cook vegetables. Try different kinds of spreads on grainy breads - there is more than just peanut butter out there! Fruit butters, such as apple or apricot are readily available. bodyOffer(30320) Children should also get plenty of liquids to drink everyday, especially clear liquids such as fruit juices and water. When a child is constipated, push lots of water!

113. Constipation 3.3.4.1 constipation. constipation is a common problem associated withopioid administration. Tolerance to the constipating effects http://www.stat.washington.edu/TALARIA/LS3.3.4.1.html

3.3.4.1 Constipation Constipation is a common problem associated with opioid administration. Tolerance to the constipating effects of opioids either does not occur or occurs very slowly during chronic therapy. Constipation may worsen with time because of the disease process (e.g., intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus due to spinal cord compression, decreased food and fluid intake due to anorexia); therefore a careful search for other causes should be performed (Glare and Lickiss, 1992) . Mild constipation can usually be managed by an increase in fiber consumption and the use of a mild laxative such as milk of magnesia. These cathartic agents should be administered on a regular schedule, barring contraindications. Severe constipation occurs as a result of the inhibition of peristalsis by opioids and can be treated with a stimulating cathartic drug, e.g., bisacodyl, standardized Senna concentrate, or hyperosmotic agents (e.g., lactulose or sorbitol). Oral laxatives can be taken at bedtime, and rectal suppositories can be used in the morning if needed. Stool softeners or emollient laxatives, e.g., docusate, are of limited usefulness because of colonic resorption of water from the forming stool. They should not be used as the sole regimen but may be useful when given in combination with stimulant laxatives to ease defecation, especially in bedridden patients

114. Constipation constipation. Nobody wants to talk about the C word, constipation. What is constipation?Doctors define constipation as Less than 3 bowel movements per week. http://www.muschealth.com/ddc/dise/const.htm

Constipation Nobody wants to talk about the "C" word, constipation. People can talk about unusual sexual acts on mid-afternoon television but no one will talk about constipation. In our society it is impolite to talk about one's bowel function. This means many people with constipation and its relatives, bloating, abdominal pain, straining, rectal pain and pelvic pressure, suffer in silence. They are embarrassed to mention it to friends, family and even physicians. If they do mention bowel trouble to their doctor they are usually put off with instructions to eat more salads and fiber. However, it is not really their physician's fault. Most doctors receive little or no education on constipation during medical school, internship or residency. What is Constipation? Doctors define constipation as: Less than 3 bowel movements per week. Having to strain to move your bowels more than 25% of the time. Having painful bowel movements more than 25% of the time. Having to use your fingers or hands to help move your bowels.

115. CONSTIPATION constipation. General Info about constipation. constipation can occur in all ages,from newborns to elderly persons, women experience this problem more than men. http://www.medindia.net/Patients/PatientInfo/constipation.asp

About Us Contact Us Feedback Portfolio ... Log In June 2, 2004 Medical News Directories Professionals Consumer Health ... Disease/Health Information CONSTIPATION A B C D ... Z CONSTIPATION Other Diseases . Achondroplasia . Acne . Acute bronchitis . Alcoholic liver d.. ... . Wax blockage General Info about Constipation Constipation is a symptom not a disease and is the most common digestive complaint .It is the infrequent and difficult passage of stools. The frequency of bowel movements among healthy people varies greatly, ranging from three movements a day to three a week. if more than three days pass without a bowel movement, the intestinal contents may harden, and a person may have difficulty or even pain during elimination. Constipation can occur in all ages, from newborns to elderly persons, women experience this problem more than men. What are the causes of Constipation ? Like fever, constipation can be caused by many different conditions:- Diet:- The most common cause of constipation is poor diet pattern with low fibre content. People who eat plenty of high-fiber foods are less likely to become constipated. Inadequate fluid intake:- Liquids like water and juice add fluid to the colon and bulk to stools, making bowel movements softer and easier to pass. People who have the problem of constipation should drink 8 glasses of water daily.

116. Constipation Advice: Complete Information Resource On The Causes, Symptoms And T constipation Advice Your complete information resource on the causes,symptoms and treatments of constipation. constipation - the facts. http://www.constipationadvice.co.uk/

Home Understanding Constipation Who Suffers Healthy on the Inside ... Further Resources Have you ever considered that your digestive system is like a waste disposal system and sometimes, it gets clogged up? If you suffer from constipation, you know exactly how that feels. A healthy lifestyle is the best way to keep your system flowing freely, but life isn’t always that simple. It is important to know what you can do to keep your body healthy on the inside . After all, maintaining an efficient digestive system is one key element in achieving inner health This website provides information on constipation and how to help keep your digestive system healthy. Healthy on the inside An efficient digestive system plays an essential part in maintaining a healthy balance in our bodies. If it isn’t working as it should, we may begin to feel bloated and lethargic and may experience constipation. Find out more Senokot provides a range of treatments that work with your body, to relieve constipation in order to help maintain a healthy digestive system, restoring you to your natural self. Click here to find out more.

117. Constipation Remedies - Health 911 Relieve constipation with Health911 folk remedies and alternative medicine treatments. constipation.constipation. Bad bathroom habits. Types of constipation. http://www.health911.com/remedies/rem_consti.htm

Home Bookstore Ailments Folk Remedies ... Contact Us Constipation You are suffering from constipation if your bowel movements are infrequent, uncomfortable, and the stools are small and hard. Frequency of bowel movements varies, but regularity is important. For optimum health you should generally have one to three good bowel movements daily. It is quite surprising, however, that many people have a bowel movement only every few days, or even once a week. This is certainly not good, as decaying fecal material and toxins in your intestines can contribute to many other diseases. For your health, it is vital to get fecal material out as quickly as possible. See our Digestion/Intestinal Health and Detoxification sections for more complete information on getting your intestines to function properly. We firmly believe the old adage "death begins in the colon." Constipation also inhibits the flow and absorption of vital nutrients in the body, and thereby may affect one's overall health. Prolonged bouts with constipation can lead to other health problems, such as Hemorrhoids Varicose Veins , indigestion, Bad Breath Headaches and Body Odor . If you have these problems, see our Folk Remedies or Ailments sections. The blockage caused by the constipation forces the blood under more pressure than normal through certain veins and capillaries, causing the hemorrhoids and varicose veins.

118. Constipation In Infants And Children: Evaluation And Treatment (Practice Guideli Practice Guideline Endorsement. constipation in Infants and ChildrenEvaluation and Treatment. The American Academy of Pediatrics http://www.aap.org/policy/constipation.htm

Practice Guideline Endorsement Constipation in Infants and Children: Evaluation and Treatment The American Academy of Pediatrics endorses and accepts as its policy the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Position Statement, "Constipation in Infants and Children: Evaluation and Treatment". [Please note: on 3/23/00, Janssen Pharmaceutica Inc. announced that it will discontinue marketing cisapride in the United States as of July 14, 2000. The company will continue to make the drug available to patients who meet specific clinical eligibility criteria for a limited-access protocol. *See additional note* Background: Constipation, defined as a delay or difficulty in defecation, present for two or more weeks, is a common pediatric problem encountered by both primary and specialty medical providers. Methods: The Constipation Subcommittee of the Clinical Guidelines Committee of the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition has formulated clinical practice guidelines for the management of pediatric constipation. The Constipation Subcommittee, consisting of two primary care pediatricians, a clinical epidemiologist and pediatric gastroenterologists, based its recommendations on an integration of a comprehensive and systematic review of the medical literature combined with expert opinion. Consensus was achieved through Nominal Group Technique, a structured quantitative method. Results: The Subcommittee developed two algorithms to assist with medical management, one for older infants and children and the second for infants less than one year of age. The guidelines provide recommendations for management by the primary care provider, including evaluation, initial treatment, follow-up management and indications for consultation by a specialist. The Constipation Subcommittee also provided recommendations for management by the pediatric gastroenterologist.

119. Colitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease And Constipation In The Dog And Cat At ThePe Colitis, constipation and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the dog and catis described in ThePetCenter.com. Click down to read about constipation. http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/colitis.html

ThePetCenter.com The Internet Animal Hospital Your pet health care website written by veterinarians. Colitis in the Dog and Cat Sometimes also called... IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) SBS (Spastic Bowel Syndrome) IBS (Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome) Lymphocytic-plasmacytic Inflammatory Bowel Disease Click down to read about constipation The term colitis in the dog and cat is very general. It often refers to any one of a variety of afflictions of the intestinal tract with emphasis on the large intestine (large bowel). Whenever veterinarians are confronted with a case of colitis in the dog or cat, a process of elimination is started in order to achieve a specific diagnosis for what type of colitis is present. In general, colitis is either acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long term and reoccurring). Below are a few abbreviations that are frequently used when referring to types of colitis... AC... Acute Colitis IBD... INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE IBS... IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME SBS... SPASTIC BOWEL SYNDROME

120. CONSTIPATION constipation. What is constipation? constipation is a symptom that has differentmeanings to different individuals. What causes constipation? http://www.fascrs.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=8

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