Learn common causes of constipation, such as diet, hydration, and lifestyle changes, along with symptoms and potential ...

Well, gastroenterologists say you may as well take advantage of going for a long call in a pit latrine because that is the ...

Most people don’t really think about bathroom habits unless something starts to feel off. It’s routine, private and usually rushed. But the way you use the toilet, how long you sit, and what you do ...

Julia Ries Wexler is a writer focusing on all things health and wellness. She has over 10 years of experience in health journalism, and though she has written about pretty much every health topic ...

Poo anxiety, bashful bowels, shy bowel syndrome: they're all terms for what's medically known as parcopresis or difficulty pooping when you're not at home. The Germans have given a name to this ...

Feeling tired after you poop is a common medical phenomenon. It can be caused by straining, underlying health conditions, or other bowel health complications. But how concerned should you be if it ...

Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux. Acid reflux medications, like antacids and PPIs, may cause ...

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