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Higher frequency of aspirin intake was associated with an increasing prevalence of constipation (PR = 1.38, 95% CI = 1.17-1.62).
Caution may be needed regarding aspirin use as it may contribute to constipation.
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Higher frequency of aspirin intake was associated with an increasing prevalence of constipation (PR = 1.38, 95% CI = 1.17-1.62).
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Based on a large cohort study with a significant sample size.
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Association between physical activity, fiber intake, and other lifestyle variables and constipation in a study of women
Laurent Dukas et al. · The American Journal of Gastroenterology · 2003
DOI 10.1111/j.1572-0241.2003.07591.x
cohort · n=62036Cited 329×
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