DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a male, age 66, and often have hard stools and/or constipation. I have been a runner for over 40 years. I realize I don’t drink enough fluids in the day. I have been taking one ...

Patients often arrive in pain, miserable, and desperate for relief from constipation. Defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week lasting more than 4 weeks, chronic constipation affects about ...

Home remedies, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, and other self-care methods often deliver constipation relief. Exercise and improved hydration can boost digestive health, while laxatives or stool ...