Chronic constipation: Update on management.

Cleve Clin J Med

Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Digestive Disease Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.

Published: May 2017

AI Article Synopsis

  • - Chronic constipation management focuses on identifying any underlying issues and treating them effectively.
  • - It includes lifestyle modifications, as well as various medications (both prescription and over-the-counter) to help alleviate symptoms.
  • - In some cases, if other treatments don't work, surgery may be considered; meanwhile, new medications are constantly being developed and approved.

Article Abstract

Managing chronic constipation involves identifying and treating secondary causes, instituting lifestyle changes, prescribing pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies, and, occasionally, referring for surgery. Several new drugs have been approved, and others are in the pipeline.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.84a.15141DOI Listing

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