"Constipation occurs when bowel movements become difficult or less frequent."
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American Gastroenterological Association
The American Gastroenterological Association is a non-profit organization with
more than 14,500 physician and scientist members who research, diagnose and
treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is a national association of
colon and rectal surgeons focused on the treatment of diseases and disorders
affecting the colon, rectum and anus.
National Digestive Diseases Clearing House – Constipation
The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC) is an
information dissemination service of the National Institute of Diabetes and
Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). NDDIC was established to increase
knowledge and understanding about digestive diseases.