Prevalence and impact of self-reported painful and non-painful constipation in the general population.

Jasper Pannemans Karen Van den HouteBenjamin FischlerHubert PiessevauxFlorencia CarboneTack Jan

Published in: Neurogastroenterology and motility : the official journal of the European Gastrointestinal Motility Society (2020)

Self-reported constipation, often associated with other bowel symptoms, is a highly prevalent condition in the Belgian general population. Especially when abdominal pain is present, this generates major healthcare costs.

Keyphrases

abdominal pain
healthcare
irritable bowel syndrome
risk factors
sleep quality
social media