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Constipation can be caused by many different Lifestyle Factors that often work in combination. And constipation is sometimes symptomatic of underlying Medical Problems. Both the categories of causes of constipation are listed separately and in depth for you.
1. A Change in Routine
Normal bowel motions depend on the regular and rhythmic contraction of the bowels. This is part of the body’s internal ‘clock’ and is often upset with changes in routine.
2. Low-Fibre Diet
As fibre is indigestible, it adds bulk to the faeces, making it more easily pushed along the digestive tract. So going on a low-fibre diet is a major cause.
3. Insufficient Water
The fibre in faeces will only plump up with water. Constipation can occur from a high-fibre diet if insufficient water is consumed.
4. Lack of Regular Exercise
Living a sedentary lifestyle or being restricted in movement due to a disability are common causes of constipation.
5. A Tendency to ‘Put Off’
Ignoring the urge to go means that more water will be extracted from the stools, making them difficult to pass.
6. Some Medications
Such as antidepressants, iron supplements, calcium-channel blockers (antihypertensive, particularly verapamil) and non-magnesium antacids are known to slow bowel movements.
7. Pregnancy
The action of hormones, reduced activity and the pressure of the growing uterus against the intestines mean that constipation is common during pregnancy.
8. Advancing Age
Constipation is more common in the elderly. This is due to a number of factors, including reduced intestinal muscle contractions and reliance on regular medications.
9. Illness
A period of illness, particularly an illness resulting in hospitalisation and bed-rest, typically results in constipation. Factors include change in routine & shyness.
10. Anxiety and Depression
Also other psychiatric problems, such as those brought on by sexual abuse, violence or trauma. And even common mental stress.
11. Eating a lot of Unhealthy Food
Eating a lot of high-fat meats, dairy products and eggs, fried food, sweets, or processed foods may cause constipation.
1. Slow Transit
Some people naturally pass motions less often than most people. It seems their bowel ‘pacemaker’ may be less active. These people are more likely to become constipated .
2. Anal Fissure
A tear in the lining of the anus (anal mucosa). The person may resist going to the toilet for fear of pain.
3. Obstruction
The rectum or anus may be partially obstructed by, for example, haemorrhoids (piles) or a rectal prolapse.
4. Rectocoele
The rectum pushes through the weakened rear wall of the vagina when the woman bears down or strains.
5. Hernia
An abdominal hernia can reduce intra-abdominal pressure, which makes it more difficult to pass a motion.
6. Abdominal or Gynaecological Surgery
A combination of change in routine, strange surroundings, post-operative pain and codeine-containing analgesics is a potent cause of constipation and often needs preventive care.
7. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Characterised by abdominal pain, bloating, and either constipation or diarrhoea or alternating constipation and diarrhoea.
8. Problems of the Endocrine System
Such as hypothyroidism, diabetes or hypopituitarism.
9. Tumour
Pain while trying to pass a stool could be a symptom of rectal cancer.
10. Diseases of the Central Nervous System
Such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease or stroke are associated with an increased susceptibility to constipation.
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