Constipation is characterized by persistent difficulty in defecating. It is a common disorder in the community particularly ...

This makes it even harder for them to pass. When constipation becomes a chronic (long-term) problem, meaning the colon is being stretched over a period of time, this can lead to a condition called ...

The finding of small-bowel distension on X-ray (so-called impending megacolon) identifies patients at high risk of developing toxic megacolon Ciclosporin or infliximab can be used in patients with ...