The human body is designed to function smoothly, but sometimes we unknowingly put it under unnecessary stress. One such instance is straining during bowel movements. While it might seem like a minor ...

Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux. Acid reflux medications, like antacids and PPIs, may cause ...

Painful bowel movements can happen for many different reasons—some are temporary and harmless, while others may signal an underlying health issue. Sometimes the explanation can be straightforward, ...

SAN DIEGO -- The oral full-spectrum microbiome drug EBX-102-02 was well tolerated with mostly mild gastrointestinal adverse events and a trend toward less patient-reported pain and straining in those ...

A study from the British Dietetic Association suggests some foods can help with chronic constipation. Kiwi, rye bread and prunes offer food-based alternatives with proven constipation benefits. Not ...

A Hong Kong woman reportedly suffered a case of short-term amnesia after straining too hard on the toilet due to constipation. The amnesia made her unable to remember anything from the last 10 years ...