Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maybe you thought potty issues were only going to be a problem for your little one, but going “number two” can be difficult for ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You may not like talking about it, but just about everyone experiences constipation from time to time. In fact, 16% of all adults ...

Over the counter laxatives and stool softeners can relieve constipation. Foods high in fiber and water like fruit, leafy greens, and prunes can help relieve constipation. Drinking lots of water and ...

Is it safe to take stool softeners to treat pregnancy constipation? Stool softeners are generally considered safe during pregnancy. Pregnancy constipation, defined as having fewer than three bowel ...

Dear Doctors: I’m a 77-year-old man and was having trouble with hard stools. My doctor suggested a stool softener. It worked for about a week, but then I developed diarrhea. Over-the-counter diarrhea ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What are the long-term side effects of taking a stool softener daily? It's the only thing that keeps me regular, and when I've tried taking it every other day, it's not effective. At ...

Rugby Laboratories announced a voluntary recall of all lots of Diocto Liquid and Diocto Syrup (docusate sodium solutions) due to a risk of contamination with Burkholderia cepacia. Rugby Laboratories ...