There’s a common assumption men take longer than women to poo. People say so on Twitter, in memes, and elsewhere online. But is that right? What could explain it? And if some people are really taking ...

There’s a common assumption men take longer than women to poo. People say so on Twitter, in memes, and elsewhere online. But is that right? What could explain it? And if some people are really taking ...

Obstructed defaecation syndrome is characterised by the urge to pass faeces but an impaired ability to do so. It may be caused by a structural problem in the rectum. Common symptoms include ...

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence is examining stapled transanal rectal resection for obstructed defaecation syndrome and will publish guidance on its safety and efficacy to ...