Introduction: Constipation has been one of the most common diseases referred to the pediatric gastroenterology clinic, reaching up to 30% of all clinic referrals. Digital rectal examination is the ...

SAN DIEGO — By skipping rectal examinations as part of their workup, physicians may be missing the cause of constipation for some, a new study suggests. Constipation is one of the most common reasons ...

Constipation, passing fewer than three stools per week, can be painful and may affect your lower back and your abdomen. It’s important to seek medical care for lasting constipation to determine the ...

Your colon may be suffering from a condition called STC, which occurs because of constant constipation. Find out why it ...