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Constipation is uncomfortable even when it occurs only occasionally. The medical diagnosis of constipation means having fewer than three bowel movements per week and/or stools that are hard, dry, lumpy, and difficult to pass. Constipation often comes with bloating, straining to have a bowel movement, and a feeling that not all stool has passed.
What Causes Constipation?
Health Conditions:
Some health conditions can increase the risk of constipation, including Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord illness or injury, diabetes, hypothyroidism, celiac disease, and irritable bowel syndrome.
Medications:
Medications and supplements can also cause constipation – even common over-the-counter medications like antacids, diuretics, iron supplements, antihistamines, ibuprofen, and naproxen.
Lifestyle Changes:
Lifestyle changes are another common cause of constipation, so it’s important to pay attention to changes in diet or habits.
Complications and Symptoms of Constipation
It’s important to address constipation symptoms as quickly as possible, as severe constipation can lead to other health and digestive problems, including diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and fecal impaction.
Common symptoms of constipation include:
- Bloating and pain in the lower abdomen
- Less frequent bowel movements
- Slight straining to pass stool
- Hard or small feces
- A sense of incomplete evacuation of the bowel
In addition to explaining what constipation is and its causes, there is a very informative FAQ section on Constipation.
Here is a direct link to this page at ENEMEEZ on constipation.
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