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Constipation
Description
Constipation is defined as scarce bowel movements; less than 3 times a week and difficulty in passing stool which continues for a long time. Constipation causes feces to become hard and dry as it stays in the colon for a long time.
Causes
Causes of constipation includes:
- Blockage in intestine,
- Neurological problems; Parkinson's, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis etc.
- Problem in pelvic muscles,
- Medicines; antacids, calcium channel blockers, anticonvulsants, opioids etc.
- Diet poor in fiber,
- Hormonal disorders; diabetes, hypothyroidism, hypercalcemia etc.
- Dehydration,
- Stress etc.
Risk factors
Risk factors of constipation includes:
- Age,
- Dehydration,
- Lack of physical activity,
- Insufficient fiber intake etc.
Symptoms
Symptoms of constipation include:
- Difficulty in passing stool,
- Dry and hard stool,
- Pain in abdomen,
- Pain during defecation,
- Bloating,
- Loss of appetite,
- Nausea etc.
Diagnosis
Along with detailed history, physical and rectal examination doctors carry out other important tests to know the actual cause of constipation. These tests include:
- Blood tests,
- X-Ray,
- Sigmoidoscopy,
- Colonoscopy,
- MRI etc.
Management
Management of constipation includes the following:
- Lifestyle changes:
- Exercise,
- Intake of fiber-rich foods,
- Drink adequate amounts of water etc.
- Laxatives
- Medicines:
- Lubiprostone, linaclotide, plecanatide etc; draws water to intestines
- Prucalopride; helps the stool to move through the colon.
- Naloxegol and methylnaltrexone; to reverse opioid effect on the intestine.
- Surgery in case of blockage or stricture.
When to consult a doctor?
Consult your when you observe continuous unusual bowel habits and face difficulty in passing stool.
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