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A new report reveals how badly constipation affects the nation

UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 15 – The report reveals 84% of UK adults experienced constipation last year, with 25% missing work due to symptoms and notable regional differences in prevalence.

  • A recent report highlights that constipation is a widespread issue, affecting 84% of adults in the UK within the past year.
  • Research commissioned by Movicol shows many suffer silently due to stigma and lack awareness of how or when to treat constipation.
  • The report highlights causes like fewer than three bowel movements weekly, hard or pellet-like stool, straining, bloating, and incomplete evacuation feelings.
  • Brad Read, Movicol's Global Medical Director, emphasized that delaying treatment can make relieving constipation more difficult and encouraged more open conversations about bowel health.
  • Constipation significantly impacts wellbeing and productivity, with 25% missing work and a need for increased awareness and early treatment options.
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A new report reveals how badly constipation affects the nation

A total of 84% of people in the UK have experienced constipation in the last year, yet approximately 60% struggle to adequately identify the main symptoms

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nationalworld.com broke the news in on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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