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Alteration in normal bowel movements characterised by an increase in the water content, volume, or frequency of stools.
Medically defined as <3 bowel movements per week. Symptoms involve stool inconsistency, feelings of incomplete emptying, straining, hard and lumpy stools and urge for defecation.
Cramps have been described as the sudden, uncomfortable squeezing or contraction of a muscle.
Saw palmetto may improve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or chronic prostatitis and may be used in conjunction with other medicines to improve benefits.