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What is the definition of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)?
Chronic idiopathic (of unknown cause) constipation is a persistent condition that mainly affects females and older adults and is characterized by infrequent, hard, and lumpy stools that are extremely difficult to pass. This creates a buildup of stool in the colon that causes extreme abdominal and pelvic pain. While the cause is unknown, chronic idiopathic constipation may be triggered by reduced fluid and fiber intake; the use of certain medications, such as antihistamines, antipsychotic medications, opioids, general anesthetics, and antiparkinsonian drugs; changes in the colon; rectocele (rectum bulging into vagina); rectal prolapse (rectum protrudes through the anus); or dyssynergic dysfunction (disorder of muscles and sphincters that control defecation).
What are the symptoms of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)?
Symptoms of chronic idiopathic constipation may include chronic constipation (fewer than three bowel movements a week) that persists for six months or more with hard stools; a feeling of incomplete bowel evacuation; a sensation of a blockage in the rectum or anus; straining upon defecation; abdominal pain and bloating; back pain; poor appetite; a general feeling of being unwell (malaise); and the necessity of using the hands to facilitate defecation.
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What are the current treatments for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)?
Treatments for chronic idiopathic constipation include laxatives, such as milk of magnesia, lactulose, and polyethylene glycol (PEG); glycerin suppositories; enemas; stimulant laxatives, such as bisacodyl, glycerol, or sodium picosulfate; linaclotide; prucalopride; fiber laxatives, such as psyllium, calcium polycarbophil, inulin, and maltodextrin; prucalopride; velusetrag; lubiprostone; linaclotide; increased dietary fiber and water intake; probiotics; physical exercise; and biofeedback training.
Who are the top Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) Local Doctors?
Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Jonathan Barsa
Gastroenterology
Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Jonathan Barsa
Gastroenterology

Allied Digestive Health

1785 Route 9, 
Clifton Park, NY 
 (16.0 mi)
518-533-5000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jonathan Barsa is a Gastroenterologist in Clifton Park, New York. Dr. Barsa and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Reena Patel
Gastroenterology
Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Reena Patel
Gastroenterology
1375 Washington Ave, Suite 101, 
Albany, NY 
 (27.4 mi)
518-533-5000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Reena Patel is a Gastroenterologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Patel and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). Her top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Olanrewaju Adedokun
Family Medicine
Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Dr. Olanrewaju Adedokun
Family Medicine

St Peters Hospital Of The City Of Albany

326 S Pearl St, 
Albany, NY 
 (30.7 mi)
518-449-0100
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English
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Olanrewaju Adedokun is a Family Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Adedokun and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Mouth Sores.

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What are the latest Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) Clinical Trials?
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Design Clinical Study to Assess the Effect of the Bio-K+ Probiotic Capsules (VL-BK-02) in Adults With Functional Constipation
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Design Clinical Study to Assess the Effect of the Bio-K+ Probiotic Capsules (VL-BK-02) in Adults With Functional Constipation
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Dietary supplement
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The present study is a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group clinical study designed to assess the effects of IP in individuals with Functional constipation as compared to a placebo. Approximately 205 individuals aged between 18 and 60 years will be screened. Considering a screen failure of 20%, approximately 164 individuals will be randomized in a ratio of 1:1 to receive ei...

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Effect of Lactobacillus DSM17938+ on Functional Constipation and Intestinal Flora in Pregnant Women
Effect of Lactobacillus DSM17938+ on Functional Constipation and Intestinal Flora in Pregnant Women
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: January 30, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Constipation (constipation) is a common clinical symptom, including difficulty in defecation and / or reduced frequency of defecation, dry and hard stool, difficulty in defecation, feeling of inexhaustible defecation, feeling of anorectal obstruction, time-consuming defecation and need for auxiliary defecation. Reduced defecation means defecation less than 3 times a week.Constipation is very commo...

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