Constipation | Approach to Causes, Associated Conditions & Symptoms, Treatments

Constipation | Approach to Causes, Associated Conditions & Symptoms, Treatments

Constipation is a very common gastrointestinal complaint that involves decreased frequency of bowel movements and/or increased consistency of stool. In this lesson, we discuss an approach to the cause of constipation, along with associated signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed utilizing the Rome IV criteria, and how it can be treated.

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