Mayo Clinic Q and A: Dealing with chronic constipation Chronic constipation refers to these symptoms when they last for several weeks or longer Constipation is a common problem, and there are many types of laxatives available to help treat it Stool softeners, also called emollients, work by drawing fluids into stools, which is supposed to make them softer
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Urinary tract infections in children Constipation is a frequent cause of UTIs in children If stool fills up the rectum and colon, it can place pressure on, or even obstruct, the bladder, so the bladder cannot empty completely The urine left in the bladder can be the perfect place for the growth of bacteria that may cause infection
Constipation is Often a Preventable Emergency Constipation can lead to such discomfort and pain that patients seek medical treatment by going to the emergency room Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist Michael Camilleri, M D , says the most important step to take is prevention To help avoid constipation problems, Dr Camilleri says it is important to stay hydrated and have a fiber-rich diet
Common causes of chronic constipation: Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute Constipation Just about everyone deals with it at one time or another But chronic constipation can interfere with daily activites and generally make life miserable In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr Jean Fox, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, provides insight into some of the common causes To listen, click the link below Common […]
Mayo Clinic expert explains gastrointestinal symptoms related to COVID . . . COVID-19 most commonly presents with respiratory symptoms, including cough and shortness of breath, as well as fever However, digestive symptoms also can occur in patients with COVID-19, and with or without respiratory symptoms In this Q A, Dr Sahil Khanna, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, answers questions about gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms related to COVID-19 Watch: Dr Sahil […]
Long COVID and the digestive system: Mayo Clinic expert describes . . . Patients in the rehabilitation program are reporting a variety of digestive issues, from mild nausea and decreased appetite to severe constipation and food intolerance, physical reactions to certain foods, says Dr Vanichkachorn, a physician in Mayo Clinic’s Division of Public Health, Infectious Diseases
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Increasing fiber intake for constipation relief In general, fermentable fibers may increase flatulence, with no effect in providing relief of constipation Finely ground wheat bran and solid fermented wheat dextran have been shown to worsen constipation Coarse wheat and psylium can increase stool water content and fecal mass, and can be used to alleviate constipation
What causes gastrointestinal bleeding and how serious is it really? Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a symptom of a disorder in your digestive tract The blood often appears in stool or vomit but isn't always visible, though it may cause the stool to look black or tarry The level of bleeding can range from mild to severe and can be life-threatening Sophisticated imaging technology, when needed, […]
Mayo Clinic Minute: How gum might benefit your gut Run your fingers under any picnic table at a park or movie theater seat, and you might find a wad of gum People have chewed some form of gum for thousands of years And chewing gum has been popular since being marketed in the mid-1800s Yes, many find gum fun to chew, but in certain […]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Opioids can cause gut problems Millions of opioid prescriptions are written each year in the U S to help patients deal with pain But those medications also can cause some uncomfortable side effects, including constipation Reporter Vivien Williams talks with Dr Michael Camilleri, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, about gastrointestinal (GI) concerns when taking opiods Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast