Avoiding Constipation

Chronic constipation is infrequent or difficult bowel movements lasting more than a few weeks. Avoiding constipation is quite important and also a good way to stay healthy.

Constipation is commonly described as he has less than 3 bowel movements per week. Occasional constipation is very common, but some people suffer from chronic constipation and it can affect their ability to perform daily tasks.

Chronic constipation also causes people to have bowel movements. This may cause you to become nervous.

Symptoms of Constipation

Signs and symptoms of chronic constipation include:

1.?Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week

2.?Have lumpy or hard stools

3.?Straining for defecation

4.?Feels like your rectum is blocked and is preventing you from having a bowel movement

5.?A feeling that the stool cannot be completely expelled from the rectum.

You may need help emptying my rectum.

Constipation can be considered chronic if you have had two or more of these symptoms in the past three months...Read More