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Constipation refers to infrequent or hard stools, or difficulty passing stools. Constipation may involve pain during the passage of a bowel movement, inability to pass a bowel movement after straining or pushing for mor...
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Symptoms
An adult who is constipated may feel bloated, have a. A constipated baby may strain, cry, draw the legs toward the abdo...
Causes
Constipation is most often caused by a low-fiber diet, lack of physical activity, not drinking enough water, or delay i...
Treatments
Children and adults should get enough fiber in their diet. Vegetables, fresh fruits, dried fruits, and whole wheat, bra...
Alternative Therapies
Castor oil, applied topically to the abdomen and covered by a heat source (a heating pad or hot water bottle), can help...
Prevention
Avoiding constipation altogether is easier than treating it, but involves the same lifestyle measures: Eat lots of fibe...
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor if you have: Sudden constipation with abdominal cramps and an inability to pass gas or stool (DO NOT t...
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