Constipation in adults
Official reprint from UpToDate® www.uptodate.com Patient information: Constipation in adultsConstipation refers to a change in bowel habits, but it has varied meanings. Stools may be too hard or too small, difficult to pass, orinfrequent (less than three times per week). People with c onstipation may also notic e a frequent need to strain and a sense that thebowels are not empty. Constipatio