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constipation

In medicine, the infrequent emptying of the bowel. The intestinal contents are propelled by peristaltic contractions of the intestine in the digestive process. The faecal residue collects in the rectum, distending it and promoting defecation. Constipation may be due to illness, alterations in food consumption, stress, or as an adverse effect of certain drugs. An increased intake of dietary fibre (see fibre, dietary) can alleviate constipation. Laxatives may be used to relieve temporary constipation but they should not be used routinely.



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The most important factor in curing constipation is a natural and simple diet.
Constipation and Its Treatments by harryjackson / Health, general community
The common causes of constipation are Not enough fiber in the diet, Not enough liquid, Lack of exercise, Medications, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Laxative abuse, and Disease Constipation means that a person has three bowel movements or fewer in a week
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While the symptoms of constipation are relatively mild and tend to be limited to difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, and infrequent bowel movements.
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