Constipation

Definition:

The term “constipation” varies in meaning and perception across patients, cultures, and regions, likely influenced by dietary habits, lifestyle, and societal norms. While physicians typically define constipation as infrequent bowel movements (usually < 3 bowel movements per week), patients often describe a broader range of symptoms, including hard stools, incomplete evacuation, abdominal discomfort, bloating, straining, anorectal blockage, and the need for manual maneuvers.

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• Yeong Yeh Lee (Malaysia) (Chair)
• Lubna Kamani (Pakistan) (Co-Chair)
• Alejandro Piscoya (Peru)
• Dan Dumitrascu (Romania)
• Daniel Martin Simadibrata (Indonesia)
• Govind K Makharia (India)
• Jorge Espinoza-Ríos (Peru)
• Jose M Remes-Troche (Mexico)
• Mashiko Setshedi (South Africa)
• M. Masudur Rahman (Bangladesh)
• Nada El-Domiaty (Egypt)
• Nazish Butt (Pakistan)
• Uday Chand Ghoshal (India)

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