U of U Health Colon and Rectal Surgery Services has advanced fellowship training and experience in colon and rectal surgery, as well as gastrointestinal surgery. Our colon and rectal surgeons are ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a type of IBS, a condition that causes different digestive symptoms. The main symptom of IBS-C is ...

Drink at least 64 ounces of water daily to help move waste through your intestines. Exercise regularly to stimulate your intestines to move waste along. Talk with a healthcare provider about adding ...

Can Magnesium Help With Constipation? Most of us will experience constipation at some point in our lives. It’s the most common digestive complaint and the reason for millions of doctor visits each ...

Constipation is a digestive symptom that makes passing your stool difficult or painful. It involves straining during bowel movements, having hard or dry stools, and feeling like you haven't completely ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Long-term constipation can lead ...

If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to your bladder or bowel function unless something goes wrong. Unfortunately, though, these types of dysfunctions are common among ...

Chronic constipation, if neglected, can cause serious complications like piles, fissures, and impaction.