Gastrointestinal Function: Constipation and Heartburn in an Elderly Patient
Gastrointestinal Function: Constipation and Heartburn in an Elderly Patient – Case Study Discussion. Constipation, a common gastrointestinal disorder, is characterized by infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, or both. Recent research indicates that constipation affects approximately 15% of the global population across all age groups (Aziz, 2024). Risk factors for developing constipation include advanced age, […]
Date: September 16th, 2024