Patients with refractory constipation (RC) should not be rushed to surgery, according to a clinical practice update from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) that stresses careful and ...

A new clinical practice update from the American Gastroenterological Association recommends that clinicians treating refractory constipation perform comprehensive physiologic and psychological ...

Surgery can lead to constipation. When it comes to healing after surgery, many patients worry about dealing with pain and nausea, says Dr. Constance Chen, a breast reconstruction specialist and ...

An anesthesiologist has revealed a surprising hack to make things run a bit smoother after surgery — and by things, we mean your bowels. “Any surgery in your abdomen stops your bowels from working, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . AGA guidance urges careful diagnosis and stepwise care for refractory constipation before surgery. Surgical ...

A new update from the American Gastroenterological Association is calling for greater caution before surgery is considered for patients with refractory constipation, a severe, chronic form of ...

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When you just can’t seem to get things moving, try one of these home remedies to relieve constipation quickly. They are all ...