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# 015 Constipation, 2nd ed

Source: 
Medical College of Wisconsin (EPERC)
Synopsis: 

Constipation:  it's not fun to have or to treat. As with other symptoms, rational therapy should be based on a sound understanding of underlying physiology. Our goal in treating constipation is generally not to "cure" something, but to help the patient return to the best possible balance that will allow a normal bowel movement to be passed. Four major components affect the production of a normal BM: solid waste, water, motility and lubrication.

Vol/Page/Date: 
August 2005; 15.
Resource Type: 
Other
Author/Source: 
James Hallenbeck MD
keywords: 
Non-Pain Symptoms and Syndromes, constipation, bowel movements
Submitter: 
Peters
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