title: [Therapeutic strategy in constipation].
abstract: Therapy of constipation is complex. It is mainly based on general rules and treatment with dietary fibres. If drugs are necessary they should be applied according to the type of constipation as evidenced by the results of special diagnostic procedures. Surgical treatment is only the last choice. The aim of therapy is to relieve the patient from his symptoms and achieve a habit of regular defecation, if possible without the application of laxatives. The foremost problem in the treatment of constipation is to interrupt the vicious circle 'constipation/abuse of laxatives.' Many patients only consult a physician when they are already in that problem. Therapy then becomes difficult. Information on bowel movements and on how to prevent constipation by the way of living, therefore, should be widely spread in the general population in order to minimize constipation as a medical problem.
authors.affiliation: III. Medizinische Klinik, Zentralklinikum Augsburg.
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Schmidbaur
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Korda-Schmidbaur
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Wienbeck
mesh_terms: D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology; D002400:Cathartics / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003248:Constipation / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D004032:Diet; D004043:Dietary Fiber / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005440:Fluid Therapy; D005765:Gastrointestinal Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D012648:Self Care; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders
chemical_list: D002400:Cathartics; D004043:Dietary Fiber; D005765:Gastrointestinal Agents
vernacular_title: Therapeutische Strategie bei Obstipation.