It’s possible that you can be constipated yet still have bowel movements. This can occur due to diet or health conditions including irritable bowel syndrome. Constipation is typically defined as ...

Without treatment, long-standing constipation can lead to bowel problems such as anal fissures. Some can lead to serious problems, such as fecal impaction, which could lead to hospitalization, surgery ...

Constipation is a common digestive complaint. Most bouts of constipation are short-term, or “acute.” However, some people experience long-term symptoms, known as chronic constipation. Chronic ...