Laxatives can be abused. People can overuse laxatives, leading to diarrhea as well as fluid and electrolyte abnormalities.

It is not unusual for her to go three to four days without a bowel movement. She has been told by two different doctors who ...

Castor oil has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for constipation. It works as a stimulant laxative, promoting ...

I am writing to you about my 62-year-old wife, in the hope that you can provide an opinion on a question she has and also ...

Opioids, potent pain relievers for patients with cancer, frequently cause constipation, which is a significant issue.

Ghee tea is an Ayurvedic age-old remedy to relieve constipation. It reduces bloating and aids digestive issues. Tap to read ...

Eating a lot of fiber and drinking plenty of water can leave you feeling pretty full, which may, ironically, lead to other ...

After an operation, the senior lady found herself having over 20 bowel movements a day and needing to wear nappies. Fecal ...

She has been told by two different doctors who she sees regularly (an endocrinologist and a colorectal surgeon) that it is “perfectly OK” to take laxatives every day for extended periods of time.

Dear Dr. Roach: I am writing to you about my 62-year-old wife, in the hope that you can provide an opinion on a question she has and also provide us with some advice in her quest for relief from ...

She has been told by two different doctors who she sees regularly (an endocrinologist and a colorectal surgeon) that it is “perfectly OK” to take laxatives every day for extended periods of time.

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