We review the evidence, or rather the lack thereof. We also review the recently updated ACG/AGA  guidelines for management of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults.

Links:

AGA/ACG Guideline on Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Management in Adults

AFP Article on Pediatric Constipation Management

Effect of Irritant Purgatives on the Myenteric Plexus in Man and the Mouse by Dr. Barbara Smith

Pathology of Cathartic Colon by Dr. Barbara Smith

Stimulant Laxatives for the Treatment of Chronic Constipation:  Is It Time to Change the Paradigm? by Dr. Darren Brenner

Myths & Misconceptions About Chronic Constipation by Dr. Steffan Mueller-Lissner et. al.

Is Chronic Use of Stimulant Laxatives Harmful to the Colon? by Dr. Arnold Wald

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