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… a healthcare provider right away. Fecal impaction requires immediate treatment.Conditions that cause both back pain and constipationMost of the time, constipation doesn’t directly cause back pain. When you have back pain and constipation …
… available so you, and your child, can take a sigh of relief.“It’s important to treat constipation sooner than later,” says Dr. Kabbany. “If constipation goes on long enough, your child’s growth and …
… s get some answers from pediatric gastroenterologists Ben Freiberg, MD, and Mohammad Nasser Kabbany, MD.What causes constipation in kids?When kids get plugged up, it’s typically a case of “functional constipation.” Basically, that …
… occur less often or cause more strain than usual. Dr. Zutshi says there are three kinds of constipation:Normal transit constipationSlow transit constipationOutlet defecation syndrome (ODS), a type of chronic constipation involving hard stool and …
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… your child’s diet too much of a good thing? And can all of that cheese cause constipation?“When parents bring their child to see me because of constipation, we definitely talk about diet. However …
… to alleviate your constipation at home.How to relieve constipation naturallyHere are some ways to tackle your constipation at home.Take a fiber supplementA fiber supplement can help relieve constipation.“Fiber supplements are bulking agents …
… be looking for early signs of conception. But constipation isn’t the sign you’re looking for.“Constipation can have a number of causes unrelated to pregnancy, so constipation in and of itself is not …
It’s very common in the post-menopausal or peri-menopausal period for a person to develop constipation. Through complex mechanisms, shifts in hormones can worsen constipation.Also, as we get older, it’s more …
… over-the-counter medicines) when it comes to improving stool frequency and consistency.Will eating prunes relieve constipation?Prune-powered constipation relief doesn’t just flow out of a glass. Eating dried prunes can provide …
Glass bottles lining pharmacy shelves in the 1800s offered “fluid magnesia” options for those experiencing constipation and tummy troubles. The problem? The taste of these elixirs was not the best.So, Charles H. Phillips decided …
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