Linaclotide, a guanylate cyclase C receptor agonist, has shown promising efficacy as a treatment for chronic constipation in a phase IIb, double-blinded, placebo-controlled, dose-ranging trial.

Chronic constipation ... or abdominal pain alongside constipation warrants immediate medical attention. Early screening and diagnosis are crucial for effective treatment. While constipation ...

Constipation can make you feel constantly bloated or uncomfortable. You may also experience harmful side effects, such as bowel obstructions, due to chronic constipation. An estimated 15% of ...

the patient series was too small to have allowed valid statistical conclusions to be drawn regarding any possible effects of patient age on treatment. The results of our study appear to confirm ...

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Pelvic pain is not only due to your periods. It may be connected to pregnancy and other factors. Let's take a look at pelvic ...

Constipation is a widespread problem affecting all age groups. Many misconceptions exist about this digestive issue. People ...

Lubiprostone is the newest addition to the range of treatments available for the symptoms associated with chronic constipation and for patients with constipation-predominant IBS. The safety and ...

Understanding the specific condition you’re dealing with can help you and your doctor determine the best ... treatments with Rx-level medications may be necessary in more severe cases or when ...

The FDA on Friday approved Eli Lilly's weight-loss drug Zepbound as a treatment for moderate-to-severe sleep apnea and ...

This leads to symptoms of diarrhea and constipation at the same time ... with a doctor before trying any of these medications or treatments to relieve symptoms. Here are some of the most ...

A national trial demonstrated that vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy significantly improved mood, quality of life, and daily functioning in individuals with severe, treatment-resistant depression.