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COLON CONSTIPATION

September 2, 2009

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DEFINITION

Constipation is a common gastrointestinal problem. People with constipation have infrequent bowel movements, pass hard stools or strain during bowel movements.

“Normal” frequency of bowel movements varies from person to person, however, you’re probably suffering from constipation if have a BM less than three times a week and if those stools are hard and dry and difficult to pass.

Most cases of constipation aren’t permanent. temporary. Simple changes in lifestyle such as  exercising regularly and eating a high-fiber diet will do wonders in alleviating constipation.

Constipation may also be treated with over-the-counter laxatives, however, take laxatives sparingly as they are very hard on your system and frequent use of them causes the body to shut down and rely solely on laxatives in order to have a bowel movement.

SYMPTOMS

If you’re not having a bowel movement every day, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re constipated. You are probably constipated if you experience two of these signs or symptoms:

• Have fewer than three stools bowel movements per week
• Pass hard stools
• Strain excessively during bowel movements
• Experience a sense of rectal blockage
• Feel like you still need to go to the restroom after having a bowel movement
• Need to use manual maneuvers in order to have a bowel movement, such as finger evacuation or manipulation of your lower abdomen

CAUSES

A number of factors can cause constipation, such as:

• Dehydration, lack of fluids
• Not enough fiber in your diet
• Ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement
• Lack of physical activity (especially in older adults)
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Changes in lifestyle or routine, including pregnancy, aging and travel
• Illness
• Pain Medications
• Frequent use or abuse of laxatives
• Diseases, such as stroke, diabetes, thyroid disease and Parkinson’s disease
• Problems with the colon and rectum, such as intestinal obstruction or diverticulosis
• Medications such as diuretics and those used to treat Parkinson’s disease, high blood pressure and depression
• Hormonal disturbances, such as an underactive thyroid gland
• Anal fissures and hemorrhoids
• Loss of body salts through vomiting or diarrhea
• Spinal cord injuries

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