Constipation isn’t a topic people like to talk about. But infrequent or dry, difficult bowel movements are a surprisingly common problem. Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience this health issue.

A health expert has shared three easy techniques you can try at home if you are suffering from constipation. With many contributing factors that can cause the unpleasant phenomenon, it is ...

An enema involves inserting fluid through the rectum to clean stool (poop) out of your bowel or stimulate your bowel to empty. It's also a common treatment for constipation, which is a condition that ...

Diarrhea, constipation, pain, bloating: We asked experts why the virus causes these issues and what to do about them. By Alice Callahan Food used to be a daily source of joy for Sarah Carter.

Perhaps you are thinking of looking for an over-the-counter laxative to help relieve the discomfort. While they declined to provide figures, some retailers say sales of laxatives spike during ...