Research Notes on Constipation in Elderly
Constipation is a condition of the digestive system wherein feces harden and are difficult to expel.1 It is a common disorder in the elderly and can usually be managed through proper diet and lifestyle changes. If constipation is recurrent, it is necessary to consult a physician for proper management.2
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Top Resources on Constipation in Elderly
- AHealthyMe!: Dealing With Constipation (Seniors)
- eMedTV: Constipation In The Elderly
- American Academy of Family Physicians: Constipation In The Elderly
- The Merck Manuals: Constipation
- interMDnet: Constipation In The Elderly
- NewColonSweep: Constipation Due To Aging
- Elderly Health Service: Health Problems Of The Elderly - Constipation
- Dealing With Constipation In The Elderly: Dealing With Constipation In The Elderly
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Wikipedia: Constipation
- ↑ American Academy of Family Physicians: Constipation In The Elderly
- ↑ The Merck Manuals: Constipation
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 AHealthyMe!: Dealing With Constipation (Seniors)
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