SENNAE FOLIUM 11 - Constipation 2
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 In general, we say a person is constipated when he or she is experiencing discomfort as a result of infrequent, irregular or difficult bowel movements. In terms of frequency, what constitutes normal differs greatly from person to person: it may mean as many as 3 bowel movements a day or as few as 3 or 4 bowel movements a week. That is why healthcare providers often rely on a person's report of the uncomfortable effects of constipation — such as bloating, excessive gas, straining and even pain due to hard, dry stools — as the best indicator that he or she is really experiencing constipation.Constipation is the most common gastrointestinal complaint in the United States. About 4 1/2 million people nationwide say they are constipated most or all of the time. If you are constipated, there are many things you can do to relieve your discomfort, beginning with diet and lifestyle changes, and possibly using an appropriate laxative. If your constipation lasts for more than a couple of weeks, you should see your doctor to make sure it’s not a sign of something serious. |
Why Does It Happen? |
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| Given our busy lifestyles, it's not surprising that constipation affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. Fortunately, if we are aware of what tends to cause constipation we can take steps to help prevent it…or at least have a good idea of how to recognize and treat constipation when it occurs.  Often constipation is simply the result of "not enough": not drinking enough fluids, not including enough fiber in our diet, not getting enough exercise. Other times, constipation is the result of just "too much": too much stress from diet changes or travelling here and there. Many people are unaware that constipation is also associated with many prescription and over-the-counter drugs (View list now.). Surgery, pregnancy or hospital stays are other contributing factors.  Ignoring the urge to move your bowels — perhaps because it’s inconvenient at that particular moment, or you’re not at home — is another common cause of constipation. Children often ignore the urge to go to the bathroom because they are busy playing or in an unfamiliar setting.What happens when you ignore the signal to go to the toilet? Too much water is absorbed in the colon, and the stool becomes hard and dry, making a bowel movement more difficult. Over time, the nerves tend to stop sending your brain the message "it's time to go" and the bowel becomes constipated. Should this happen, it is important to take steps to relieve your constipation immediately and reestablish more responsive habits. Of course, if constipation persists for more than 2 weeks, you should see your doctor to make sure it’s not a sign of something more serious. |
What Medications Are Associated With Constipation? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Over 150 prescription and many commonly used over-the-counter medications can disrupt your digestive system. (View list now.) Medications associated with constipation include antacids, antidepressants, opioid containing cough medicines, cold medicines, anti-parkinsons medications, and pain relievers. Some medications used to treat anemia, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and various cardiovascular conditions, can also be associated with constipation. Sometimes constipation is just a short-term problem that occurs as your body adjusts to a new medication. In other instances — such as when you are taking a prescription medication — constipation is a side effect that usually will not lessen over time. If you are taking prescription pain medication, you may, with your doctor's recommendation, need to treat your constipation for as long as you are taking the medication. For medication-induced constipation, doctors and pharmacists often recommend a laxative plus stool-softener — such as dual-action Senokot-S® Tablets — to treat both the bowel immobilizing and stool-hardening effects of some medications.
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What’s Normal? |
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| In general, we say a person is constipated when he or she are experiencing discomfort as a result of infrequent or difficult bowel movements. In terms of frequency, what constitutes normal differs greatly from person to person: most adults range from one bowel movement a day to three movements per week, but "regular" may mean as many as 3 bowel movements a day or as few as 3 or 4 bowel movements a week. That is why healthcare providers often rely on a person's report of the uncomfortable effects of constipation — such as bloating, excessive gas, straining and even pain due to hard, dry stools — as the best indicator that a person is really experiencing constipation. How do you know when you are constipated? If you are experiencing one or more of the following signs, you may be constipated:
Symptoms such as those listed above suggest constipation, which may be easily treated with changes in lifestyle or diet. When this approach does not work, and your body needs a gentle nudge, occasional use of a natural vegetable laxative ingredient may be helpful. Always speak to your doctor if your symptoms last over two weeks. |
Who Gets Constipated? | ||||||||||||||
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| Constipation can affect anyone, at any age. Four-and-a-half million people say they are constipated most or all of the time, resulting in more than 2 million doctor visits for constipation problems each year. While adults over 65 report having constipation, women and children are more likely to report having problems. Constipation affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. So you’re an occasional sufferer you’re certainly not alone. And the good news is, no matter what your age or situation, you can do something to help avoid and ease your constipation.
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It's not uncommon for children to be bothered by constipation — especially as they go through toilet training. That's why we've included this Guide to Successful Toilet Training on our site. Ineffective training can cause a child to hold in his or her bowel movements, which sets the stage for constipation and slows toilet training progress as well. Fortunately, the modern, child-oriented techniques described here focus on developing your child's confidence and sense of control, a focus which usually translates into successful toilet training and a useful learning experience for you and your child. |
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