Study bowel movement patterns in constipation and healthy adults
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares bowel movement patterns in people with chronic constipation versus people without constipation. It may help researchers better understand what’s happening in constipation to guide future care and treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must be willing to consent and complete the study tests
- You cannot be pregnant
- You should not have fecal incontinence happening at the same time as constipation
- For constipation patients: you likely have chronic constipation based on symptom checklist over the last 3 months
- You should not have a history of anorectal surgery or bowel resection
- If you’re a healthy comparison participant: your bowel habits are typically daily or every other day without heavy straining
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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