Are you scared of going to bathroom in the morning? Yes! There are many people suffering from constipation has to go through pain every morning. Constipation generally means hard stools, difficulty passing stools however for some people it simply means infrequent stools. At one time or another, almost everyone gets constipated. Constipation is more common in children and older age.
There are different types of constipation:
- Common constipation - occasional constipation
- Chronic constipation
- Travel-related constipation
- Age-related constipation
- Pregnancy-related constipation
- Chronic idiopathic constipation
- Functional constipation
Causes:
- The most common cause of constipation is a diet low in fiber found in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains and high in fats found in cheese, eggs, and meats.
- Lack of Liquid. It is important to drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of fluid a day
- Even some medicines like pain killers can slow passage of bowel movements.
- During pregnancy, women may be constipated because of hormonal changes or because the heavy uterus compresses the intestine.
- People also often become constipated when travelling because their normal diet and daily routines are disrupted.
- Ignoring the Urge to have a Bowel Movement
- Some specific diseases that cause constipation include neurological disorders, metabolic and endocrine disorders, and systemic conditions that affect organ systems.
