The US has been dealing with a shortage of laxatives. But a doctor said she wouldn't recommend laxatives unless a patient had upped their fiber intake. Doctors recommend high-fiber foods such as ...

Besides prune juice, experts recommend aloe, apple, kiwi, and pear juice to help you poop. These juices have laxative properties that can help stimulate easier bowel movements. Staying hydrated, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you’re struggling with constipation, it’s fair to wonder how to make yourself poop fast. After all, ...

Poor appetite, difficulty eating, or treatment-related nausea and reduced fibre intake can also induce constipation. Even ...

Kim, 72 years old, fears mornings these days. Even after finishing a meal and sitting on the toilet, nothing happens. He defecates only once every three days, and even then, the stool is hard, ...

Chronic constipation often persists despite laxative use because the root cause can be dyssynergic defecation, a muscle coordination issue. This condition, affecting many patients, requires ...

Constipation is an overlooked problem even in cancer patients. Yes, you have heard it right! Did you know? The treatment side effects, decreased activity, dehydration and mental stress are all a few ...

In a presentation at the American College of Gastroenterology virtual meeting, Samuel W. Chey, MPH, of the University of Michigan HealthSystem in Ann Arbor, said that while psyllium and prunes are ...

Conclusions Among patients who had IBS without constipation, treatment with rifaximin for 2 weeks provided significant relief of IBS symptoms, bloating, abdominal pain, and loose or watery stools.