Constipation which is not adequately treated may lead to more serious problems including impaction or a bowel obstruction. An impaction is treated with manual removal of all lower bowel contents ...

Why is constipation such a problem for our kids? Sarah Timms, head of family services and support at children’s bowel and ...

Disimpaction is a procedure to treat fecal impaction caused by a large, hardened lump of stool (poop) stuck in the rectum. Chronic constipation can make passing stool difficult, leading to fecal ...

Berookim. Since most cases are a result of fecal impaction and chronic constipation, your provider will need to remove blocked stool with an enema or physical removal with a gloved finger.

Constipation is characterized by persistent difficulty in defecating. It is a common disorder in the community particularly ...

Holding in poop on occasion is not harmful, but doing this often can lead to constipation, impaction, inflammation, and more severe complications. People who hold in their poop too often may start ...