High-Fiber Foods for Chronic Constipation: Complete Indian Diet Guide
Fiber is the part of plant food that our body cannot digest. Instead of breaking down, it adds bulk to the stool and helps it move through the intestines easily. This is why fiber-rich Indian foods are so important for constipation relief.
Gut Microbiome and Chronic Constipation: What’s the Connection?
The gut microbiome is a community of trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi living inside your intestines. Don't worry, most of these are "good" bacteria that work for your health, not against it.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: A Hidden Cause of Chronic Constipation
In Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, these muscles do not relax or contract properly. This makes it difficult to pass stool, even when the urge is present. It is a common but often ignored condition among both men and women.
Can Biofeedback Therapy Cure Chronic Constipation?
Honestly, it depends on the type of constipation you have. For patients with pelvic floor dysfunction or dyssynergic defecation (where the anal muscles tighten instead of relaxing during a bowel movement), biofeedback therapy is one of the most effective treatments available. Studies show 60–80% success rates in suitable patients.
When Should You Undergo Anorectal Manometry?
Anorectal manometry is a diagnostic test used to check how well your rectum and anal muscles are working. It measures the pressure inside these muscles and checks how well they coordinate with each other during a bowel movement
How Much Water Should You Drink to Prevent Constipation?
Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints in India. You strain, you wait, and nothing happens.
Why Endoscopy is Normal, but You Still Have Swallowing Problems?
An endoscopy is a camera test. The doctor passes a thin flexible tube through your mouth to look at the lining of your oesophagus (food pipe), stomach, and the first part of your small intestine.
What Do Anorectal Manometry Reports Actually Mean? (Patient Guide)
Anorectal manometry is a safe, non-surgical diagnostic test. It measures how well your rectum and anal sphincter muscles work together. The anal sphincter consists of internal and external muscle rings that control the opening and closing of the anus.
Chronic Constipation vs Motility Disorder – What’s the Difference?
Chronic constipation is more than just a "clogged" feeling. It is medically defined as having two or more of the following symptoms for at least three months:
Can Chronic Constipation Damage My Intestine?
Dr. Rupali Bandgar-Jankar is India's first leading Consultant Gastrophysiologist and Biofeedback Specialist, with over 8 years of expertise in treating complex digestive and pelvic floor disorders.