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It is important to note that constipation in children is assessed differently than in adults—the following information focuses on constipation in adults. During the medical history, your ...

A study of patients with cancer found opioid-induced constipation management is inadequate, despite available evidence-based strategies and interventions.

Constipation in Crohn’s disease may be caused ... the daily recommended intake of fiber is 22 to 28 grams (g) for adult females and 28 to 34 g for adult males. However, it’s important to ...

Constipation is a common condition, especially among older adults and the cause is often multifactorial. Treatment of older adults is often complicated by comorbidities including polypharmacy and ...

Assessment of the patient with constipation includes a thorough history ... is essential. For older adults presenting with caregivers, it is important that the caregiver be a part of the ...

Suppositories may aid in treating constipation ... which are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for severe nausea and vomiting in adults—should be used twice per day.

Constipation is a side effect of Ambien, especially with prolonged use or overuse. However, it’s less common compared to other side effects. Zolpidem, commonly known by its brand name Ambien, is ...

Constipation after a cesarean delivery may occur due to changes in dietary intake, dehydration, or hesitation to defecate due to pain following the procedure. Symptoms of constipation can include ...

Constipation is considered one of the most common problems of the gastrointestinal (GI) system, and it can affect people of all ages, including babies. It’s generally defined as having three or ...