Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) is a long-lasting condition where you have difficulty passing stool but no clear cause is found on tests. "Idiopathic" means the reason is unknown-it's not due to medication, illness, or a blockage. If other conditions have been ruled out and you still experience constipation symptoms, you may have CIC.
People with CIC often notice:
Although the precise cause is unknown, several factors may play a role in CIC:
With a focus on patient-centered care and comprehensive digestive health solutions, GastroDoxs provides expert diagnostics and effective treatment for chronic idiopathic constipation. Our compassionate team in Katy will work with you to build a personalized plan that delivers long-term relief and improves your quality of life. Ready to take the next step? Book your appointment online or call us at 832-632-4070 today.
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Your gastroenterologist will review your symptom history, diet, and physical exam findings. Diagnostic tests-such as abdominal imaging, stool studies, or colon transit evaluations-may be ordered to rule out other causes and confirm CIC.
Untreated CIC can lead to complications like hemorrhoids, anal fissures (tears), fecal impaction, and chronic discomfort. Over time, persistent straining may also affect your quality of life.
Yes. Abdominal pain and cramping often accompany CIC due to slowed stool movement and buildup in the colon, leading to bloating and discomfort.
Key changes include increasing dietary fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole grains), drinking 6-8 glasses of water daily, engaging in regular physical activity (walking, yoga), and establishing a consistent bathroom routine.
Functional constipation usually has identifiable triggers-such as medications, diseases, or dietary factors-whereas CIC is diagnosed when no clear medical or structural cause is found despite evaluation.
CIC affects up to one in five adults over age 50, often due to slower digestion, changes in gut nerve function, and other age-related factors.
Yes. Dysfunction or inability to properly relax pelvic floor muscles can impair stool passage, contributing to chronic idiopathic constipation.
If you experience fewer than three bowel movements per week, persistent straining, pain, bleeding, or symptoms lasting longer than three months, you should seek specialist evaluation.
Yes. At GastroDoxs in Katy, our board-certified gastroenterologists specialize in diagnosing and treating chronic idiopathic constipation with personalized care plans.
We offer a comprehensive approach: detailed medical history, on-site testing and imaging, individualized dietary and lifestyle guidance, prescription therapies, biofeedback for pelvic floor dysfunction, and follow-up to ensure long-term relief.
