Chronic Constipation Linked to Cognitive Decline
New findings highlight the importance of discussing gut health with older patients, especially constipation, which may be associated cognitive decline.
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New findings highlight the importance of discussing gut health with older patients, especially constipation, which may be associated cognitive decline.
New research presented Wednesday at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Amsterdam highlights a growing body of evidence linking people’s microbiomes to their brain health.
A groundbreaking technology to pinpoint motility problems is being retired by Medtronic after 17 years on the market. Experts say there's no easy replacement.
The American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology announced new guidelines for treating chronic idiopathic constipation. Magnesium oxide and senna-based laxatives are among the 10 evidence-based methods for treating constipation noted in the updated guidelines.
Evidence for a range of prescription and over-the-counter therapies, along with specific recommendations for implementing them, are laid out in a joint AGA-ACG guideline.