Chronic constipation. Important aspects of workup and management
Nivatvongs, S.; Hooks, V.H.
Postgraduate Medicine 74(5): 313
1983
ISSN/ISBN: 0032-5481 PMID: 6634529 Document Number: 216544
Constipation is at best an annoying problem and at worst an incapacitating one. Two common causes are a faulty diet and inactivity. Drs Nivatvongs and Hooks propose a trial of dietary fiber for patients in whom an organic cause for constipation cannot be found. Such a trial may prove to be not only diagnostic but also therapeutic. They also discuss the proper use of laxatives, enemas, and surgical procedures.