Constipation is a frequently reported bowel symptom in the elderly with considerable impact on quality of life and health expenses. Disease-related morbidity and even mortality have been reported ...

Similarly to most FGID, chronic constipation is more commonly diagnosed ... all common conditions in the elderly. [22] In clinical practice, dealing with a constipated patient requires accurate ...

The problem of chronic constipation is complicated by 'myths and misconceptions', according to Müller-Lissner and colleagues. In their recent review, they have examined the quality of evidence ...

India is witnessing a demographic transition with its elderly population set to reach 158.7 million by 2025, leading to an increase in chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.

Constipation is a common issue among the elderly, often leading to discomfort and reduced quality of life. It is defined as ...

US researchers have characterized different chronic constipation phenotypes by using a barostat manometric assembly inserted into the colon. “Chronic constipation is a common problem and the ...

Men who were over 80 years old, obese, depressed and had multiple chronic conditions accumulated more sedentary time and spent more time in longer sedentary bouts. Conclusions Older men spend nearly ...

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) has issued updated guidelines on how to evaluate and manage chronic constipation. The research is published in the journal Diseases of the ...

A bulky stool is easier to pass, decreasing your chance of constipation. If you have loose, watery stools, fiber may help to solidify the stool because it absorbs water and adds bulk to stool,” ...

YAMAGATA--Middle-aged and older men with zero sexual interest in women ... even when discounting other factors, such as age and chronic illnesses. The data on women indicated no correlation ...

An overgrowth of gut microorganisms that produce methane could be a cause of severe constipation in many people, a new review finds. These gut bugs belong to a class of microbe called archaea ...

A recent spike in deaths among older ... rates of chronic conditions among regular users of pharmacy purchased sex-enhancing drugs. The study, led by Peter Ongwae, had engaged 67 men, aged between ...