Introduction: Constipation has been one of the most common diseases referred to the pediatric gastroenterology clinic, reaching up to 30% of all clinic referrals. Digital rectal examination is the ...

Mr. A (80 years old, male) has suddenly become constipated over the past six months, and recently his bowel movements have decreased to about once every five days. His abdomen is distended, and he ...

SAN DIEGO — By skipping rectal examinations as part of their workup, physicians may be missing the cause of constipation for some, a new study suggests. Constipation is one of the most common reasons ...