1. Battling Constipation

3. Introduction

4. Classification of Constipation Primary Causes

5. Classification of Constipation Secondary Causes

6. Assessing the Constipation Complaint

7. Assessing the Constipation Complaint (cont)

8. AGA Treatment Algorithm for Chronic Constipation

9. Referring Patients With Constipation for Colonoscopy

10. Referring Patients to GI Specialists

11. Role of OTC Medications in Constipation Bulking Agents

12. Role of OTC Medications in Constipation Osmotic Agents

13. Role of OTC Medications in Constipation Stimulants and Stool Softeners

14. Prescription Medications for Treatment of Chronic Constipation

15. Helping Patients Manage Their Constipation Factors to Discuss

16. Using a Team Approach to Optimize Treatment of Chronic Constipation

17. Concluding Remarks

18. Abbreviations