Constipation – Types, Causes, Symptoms and How to Cure

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by RoyParker on Tue Apr 03, 2018 1:14 pm

Constipation – Types, Causes, Symptoms and How to Cure

TYPES of Constipation:

Based on the underlying cause, constipation can be broadly divided into two types:

1. Primary Constipation: It is also known as functional constipation and caused by functional problems in the intestinal tract. It can be further divided into three types:

Slow-Transit Constipation: This is caused when there is a decrease in motility (gut movement) and transit time – total time taken by the food to pass through all the organs of the digestive system. It may also include bloating, infrequent bowel movements and abdominal discomfort.

Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction: It is also known as Outlet constipation. In this, dissonant of musculature of pelvic floor causes anal relaxation failure, anal contraction and inappropriate propulsion of stool. This type of constipation rarely responds to medications.

Normal-Transit Constipation: There are people that have normal rate of food transit and daily bowel movements, yet they have constipation. This is known as normal-transit constipation. In this, people have difficulty in passing out stools and have abdominal bloating. This condition is often associated with high level of psychological distress.

2. Secondary Constipation: When the underlying cause of constipation is other conditions like Parkinson’s disease, hypothyroidism, celiac disease and multiple sclerosis or consumption of certain medications, then it is said to be secondary constipation.
Symptoms of Constipation:

Major SYMPTOMS of constipation are as follows:

1. Abdominal pain
2. Abdominal cramps
3. Vomiting and nausea
4. Loss of appetite

CAUSES

1. Circadian Cycle: Changes in routine disturbs the circadian cycle of a person, which makes him/her more vulnerable to constipation.

2. Laxative Dependence: Laxatives help in improving bowel movement, but overuse of laxatives can make one dependent on it. This might giving rise to constipation.

3. Avoiding the Natural Call: Ignoring the urge to go toilet when needed can lead to constipation as the stool becomes drier and harder with time.

4. Dehydration: Dehydration can cause constipation by making the stool harder and drier. Carbonated drinks and caffeine promote dehydration and may worsen the situation.

5. Colon or Rectum Malfunctioning: Colorectal stricture, a condition which causes erratic narrowing of colon or rectum, can make it difficult to excrete and hence, may lead to constipation.


PREVENTION of Constipation:

Some of the preventive measures that can be taken to avoid constipation are:

Don’t Skip the Meal: People often become constipated when they skip their meals. This is because eating food stimulates the gut muscles. When you eat nothing, no gut movement ocurrs. In this context, breakfast is particularly.

Have More Fibers: Increase the intake of fibers by having more fruits. Fibers helps improve the gut movement while adding bulk to the bowel.

Drink a Lot of Water: Drinking a lot of water makes sure that you do have extra dry and hard bowel. Water makes your bowel soft and improve the movement.

Exercise Daily: Living a sedentary lifestyle is a major cause of constipation. Exercising daily improves your metabolism and ease your bowel movement.

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by ashleyjackson on Fri Apr 06, 2018 6:54 pm

Re: Constipation – Types, Causes, Symptoms and How to Cure

Hi,
Constipation is a common problem among human beings.
Great explanation.
Thanks..

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by jordanmichael2a on Wed Apr 18, 2018 12:42 pm

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