Tag Archives: Constipation

16 Foods That Help Relieve Constipation

There’s nothing quite as uncomfortable as being stuck on the toilet after several failed attempts to poop. Constipation is extremely common, and roughly 42 million Americans will deal with it at some point each year, according to the National Institute of Health. Technically, you’re considered constipated if you have less than three bowel movements a… Read More »

3-year-old girl dies in mom’s arms after misdiagnosed with constipation

A 3-year-old UK girl who was repeatedly misdiagnosed with constipation died from stomach cancer, according to a report. Aoife Flanagan-Gibb of Essex passed away July 7, just days after her family finally received the correct diagnosis, the Mirror reported. “She’d been in and out of the hospital with different infections and problems but they kept… Read More »

Medical News Today: What to know about constipation after surgery

Surgical procedures are stressful on the body. As a result, they can cause unexpected side effects, including constipation. Constipation does not affect everyone who has surgery, but it is a relatively common side effect of pain medications, anesthesia, and a lack of mobility. Depending on which body part or parts the surgery involved, straining to… Read More »