Medication, diet and lifestyle can cause digestive problems as you age. Get five tips that will help you avoid or manage these issues.
Tag: constipation
8 Tips to Keep You Regular While Traveling
You can fight traveler’s constipation or diarrhea by following your normal diet and exercise routine, drinking plenty of water and getting rest.
What’s Causing Your Lower Abdominal Pain?
From irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to gynecological issues and diverticulitis, find out the common causes of lower abdominal pain and when to seek medical attention.
Are You Pooping All Wrong?
You bowel movements can tell you about everything from diseases to stress. Our colorectal surgeon explains what to look for and what it may mean.
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How You Can Deal With Anal Fissures
Anal fissures can happen to just about anyone. Our colorectal surgeon explains how to get an accurate diagnosis and the right relief.
How to Know When Constipation Is an Emergency
What causes constipation, and is it ever an emergency? How long is too long to be constipated? Learn the lowdown on this common condition and the 3 best ways to prevent it.
Constipation: 6 Tips to Help You Return to Regular Bowel Movements
If you’re constipated, simple fixes like drinking more water and eating more fiber may help. Here’s how to know when it’s time to see a doctor.
How Long Should It Take You to Have a Bowel Movement?
Wonder how long you should (or shouldn’t be) spending in the bathroom? Find answers to questions that pique your curiosity in our series, The Short Answer. Colorectal surgeon Michael Valente, DO, fields this one.
5 Simple Ways You Can Prevent Hemorrhoids
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That holds true even for hemorrhoids. Colorectal surgeon Massarat Zutshi, MD, offers practical tips for preventing them with simple lifestyle changes.
Stomachaches: 5 Things Parents Should Know
How can you tell the difference between a regular tummy ache and something more serious? Get tips from a pediatric expert.
