Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) Overview

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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?
Family Medicine | General Practice
Family Medicine | General Practice
2711 N Orange Blossom Trl, 
Kissimmee, FL 
 16.6 mi

Christopher Chappel is a Family Medicine specialist and a General Practice provider in Kissimmee, Florida. Dr. Chappel and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Idiopathic Edema, and Susac Syndrome.

Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine

Optumcare Florida, LLC

339 Cypress Pkwy, 
Kissimmee, FL 
 7.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Emma Bautista-Ocampo is an Internal Medicine provider in Kissimmee, Florida. Dr. Bautista-Ocampo and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Osteomyelitis in Children, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Bautista-Ocampo is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Gastroenterology

Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc

400 Celebration Pl, 
Celebration, FL 
 12.1 mi

David Elijah is a Gastroenterologist in Celebration, Florida. Dr. Elijah 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, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

What are the latest Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) Clinical Trials?
A Phase 2 Dose Finding Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Linaclotide in Pediatric Subjects 6 Months to Less Than 2 Years of Age With Functional Constipation (FC).

Summary: Functional constipation (FC) is a common healthcare problem in children of all ages, potentially due to genetic predisposition, inadequate fiber and fluid intake, and immobility. Currently, there are no pharmacological therapies approved for the treatment of FC. This study will assess adverse events and change in disease activity with linaclotide therapy in participants with FC. Linaclotide is an ...

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A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-blind, Parallel-group, Safety and Efficacy Study of Linaclotide Versus Placebo in Pediatric Subjects, Ages 2 to 5 Years, With Functional Constipation (FC) With a 24-week Open-label Treatment Extension

Summary: Functional constipation (FC) is a common healthcare problem in children of all ages, potentially due to genetic predisposition, inadequate fiber and fluid intake, and immobility. Currently, there are no pharmacological therapies approved for the treatment of FC. This study will assess adverse events and change in disease activity with linaclotide therapy in participants with FC. Linaclotide is an ...