Expert Author: Dr. Jenny Hobson | Submitted: 2008-07-01 | Word Count: 253 | Views: 6 Constipation can really be painful, and some of the ways in which people just try to alleviate this problem can only make things worse. Laxatives, one of the more popular treatments, should only be taken when the doctor recommends them. Herbal remedies are one safe way to help in this uncomfortable situation.
Read More Expert Author: Dr. Jenny Hobson | Submitted: 2008-06-29 | Word Count: 342 | Views: 7 Curing constipation by using enemas and laxatives are a very good method of treatment. Most individuals suffer from the short term constipation whose roots are traceable and can be cured in a very short period using either enemas or laxatives. But in these cases where an individual is loath to use either of the above mentioned remedies, what choice does he have left?
Read More Expert Author: Dr. Jenny Hobson | Submitted: 2008-06-29 | Word Count: 279 | Views: 7 Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal pain and intermittent diarrhea, which generally often alternates with constipation. IBS most commonly affects the people between the ages of 20 and 30 and is twice as common in women as in men. IBS is known by a variety of other terms: such as spastic colon, spastic colitis, mucous colitis, nervous diarrhea, nervous colon and nervous or functional bowel.
Read More Expert Author: Peter Hutch | Submitted: 2008-06-03 | Word Count: 503 | Views: 12 Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a painful or burning feeling in the upper abdomen and is usually accompanied by nausea, bloating or gas, a feeling of fullness, and, sometimes, vomiting.
Read More Expert Author: Dr. Jenny Hobson | Submitted: 2008-05-14 | Word Count: 521 | Views: 13 In the general sense, constipation is defined as the difficulty in performing the right kinds of bowel movements, which are essential in voiding the toxic waste materials of digestion. When constipation occurs, the person is not able to pass stools properly and in the right kind of frequency. This means, the toxins are getting retained within the body, which can lead to a host of complications within a short time.
Read More Expert Author: Dr. Jenny Hobson | Submitted: 2008-05-12 | Word Count: 508 | Views: 14 Constipation in children is a growing world problem. In fact, more children than adults are suffering from constipation to some extent or the other. Nipping constipation in the bud is very important, because as the child grows, it might compound to several complicated forms. This article is a collection of some relevant information on constipation in children.
Read More Expert Author: Robert Harrison | Submitted: 2008-05-04 | Word Count: 382 | Views: 20 Do you or someone you know suffer from irritable bowel syndrome? The symptoms from this condition can be very hard to live with. Sufferers know that pain and discomfort is a daily occurrence. What these sufferers don't know, is that there may be something that they can do to help their own condition.
Read More Expert Author: Knut Holt | Submitted: 2008-03-24 | Word Count: 674 | Views: 31 Some simple measures to cure constipation and hemorrhoids are presented. The working mechanisms of each measure are explained.
Read More Expert Author: Peter Sams | Submitted: 2008-03-19 | Word Count: 574 | Views: 32 Constipation is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than three times per week. With constipation stools are usually hard, dry, small in size, and difficult to eliminate. Some people who are constipated find it painful to have a bowel movement and often experience straining, bloating, and the sensation of a full bowel.
Read More Expert Author: Dr John Anne | Submitted: 2008-02-22 | Word Count: 297 | Views: 33 Foods that are high in roughage, bran and fiber are necessary in correcting and preventing constipation. In parts of the world where un-processed grain is used and where large amounts of fiber are consumed, there is little constipation, and passing one or two large, soft stools a day is usual. The following foods are basically used as foods of constipation.
Read More Expert Author: Rudy Silva | Submitted: 2008-01-09 | Word Count: 578 | Views: 63 If you are expecting your doctor to tell you if you are constipated or not, his answer may be no if you have a bowel movement every three days. Discover what you need to know about whether you are constipated or not.
Read More Expert Author: Nick Mutt | Submitted: 2007-11-26 | Word Count: 496 | Views: 56 Constipation causes disturbance in the digestion system that may give rise to the toxin formation in the body. This article will explore some natural constipation cure to avoid such digestive disturbances.
Read More Expert Author: Nick Mutt | Submitted: 2007-11-21 | Word Count: 548 | Views: 51 Constipation is a very embarrassing and irritable situation but one can easily avoid it by maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Read More Expert Author: Nick Mutt | Submitted: 2007-10-27 | Word Count: 386 | Views: 45 In constipation there is difficulty in passing stool. It is very embarrassing and painful. However there are some natural ways to get relief from constipation.
Read More Expert Author: D Escusa | Submitted: 2007-10-23 | Word Count: 589 | Views: 53 Constipation and rashes are two common illnesses to children. It can be treated at home, but if it becomes chronic, it is recommended to go to a pediatric at once.
Read More Expert Author: Devin Greenfield | Submitted: 2007-10-01 | Word Count: 519 | Views: 51 Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a widespread functional gastrointestinal disorder. The article briefly covers the essence, typical symptoms, causes and consequences of IBS.
Read More Expert Author: Rudy Silva | Submitted: 2007-09-23 | Word Count: 500 | Views: 39 Use this article to evaluate if you have constipation. Then implement the two constipation remedies given so that you can become regular. Just use common sense on deciding if you are constipated. Some times you know more than your doctor about your body.
Read More Expert Author: Rudy Silva | Submitted: 2007-09-23 | Word Count: 615 | Views: 56 Fiber is one of the necessities for good colon function and for constipation relief. Discovery the reasons to use fiber and the diseases you can avoid when you include fiber in your diet.
Read More Expert Author: Dr John Anne | Submitted: 2007-07-14 | Word Count: 484 | Views: 101 Constipation is a common digestive system trouble in which you have infrequent bowel movements or pass hard stools. Constipation is a sign, not an illness. It is the term used to mention difficulty going to the toilet or opening the bowels.
Read More Expert Author: Tom Alter | Submitted: 2007-07-11 | Word Count: 440 | Views: 69 Indigestion, also known as upset stomach or dyspepsia, is distress or a burning sensation in the upper abdomen, often followed by nausea, abdominal bloating, belching, and sometimes vomiting.
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