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Constipation
A look at who gets it, the causes, diagnostic tests, treatment and how serious this is.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Intestinal constipation What Causes constipation? To understand constipation, it helps to know how thecolon (large intestine) works. Figure 2. Common Causes of constipation.
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Extractions: Constipation is passage of small amounts of hard, dry bowel movements, usually fewer than three times a week. People who are constipated may find it difficult and painful to have a bowel movement. Other symptoms of constipation include feeling bloated, uncomfortable, and sluggish. Many people think they are constipated when, in fact, their bowel movements are regular. For example, some people believe they are constipated, or irregular, if they do not have a bowel movement every day. However, there is no right number of daily or weekly bowel movements. Normal may be three times a day or three times a week depending on the person. In addition, some people naturally have firmer stools than others. At one time or another almost everyone gets constipated. Poor diet and lack of exercise are usually the causes. In most cases, constipation is temporary and not serious. Understanding causes, prevention, and treatment will help most people find relief. Who Gets Constipated?
ASCRS:Patient Brochure - Constipation
A look at this disorder, and what is normal, the causes, when to see a doctor, diagnosing and treatment.
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Extractions: Revised 1996 Constipation is a symptom that has different meanings to different individuals. Most commonly, it refers to infrequent bowel movements, but it may also refer to a decrease in the volume or weight of stool, the need to strain to have a movement, a sense of incomplete evacuation, or the need for enemas, suppositories or laxatives in order to maintain regularity. For most people, it is normal for bowel movements to occur from three times a day to three times a week; other people may go a week or more without experiencing discomfort or harmful effects. Normal bowel habits are affected by diet. The average American diet includes 12 to 15 grams of fiber per day, although 25 to 30 grams of fiber and about 60 to 80 ounces of fluid daily are recommended for proper bowel function. Exercise is also beneficial to proper function of the colon. Eating foods high in fiber, including bran, shredded wheat, whole grain breads and certain fruits and vegetables will help provide the 25 to 30 grams of fiber per day recommended for proper bowel function. About 80 percent of people suffer from constipation at some time during their lives, and brief periods of constipation are normal. Constipation may be diagnosed if bowel movements occur fewer than three times weekly on an ongoing basis. Widespread beliefs, such as the assumption that everyone should have a movement at least once each day, have led to overuse and abuse of laxatives.
Fiber & Constipation - Ask The Dietitian
Registered Dietitian Joanne Larson answers commonly asked questions regarding fiber and supplements for constipation.
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Extractions: Hello, I just purchased a vita-mix (blender) to blend fruit and vegetable drink. I would like to find out what is the recommended amount of fiber intake per person per day. Should children consume the same amount of fiber? Also, I don't like to eat fruit by chewing it. However blending into juice is OK. Would drink blended juice sufficient for healthy daily diet? Thank you for checking the answer. Whether you blend or eat the edible part of fruits or vegetables, you should get the same nutrients assuming you compare 1 raw piece to the equivalent amount juiced. If you cook the vegetables or fruits first, some vitamins (Vitamin C, thiamin) may be lost during cooking depending on the amount of water and the length of cooking. If you don't like to eat fruits or vegetables, but will drink them juiced, which is fine. Either way, you are getting the nutritional benefit. Generally, a person should consume 1 gram of fiber for every 100 calories or approximately 25 grams of fiber per day. Persons with reduced food intake, say 1200 calories, should aim for at least 15 grams of fiber as the average American only eats 12 grams per day. No, children do not need the same amount of fiber as adult; they need fewer fibers and fewer calories until they reach adolescence. The
Chronic Constipation And Encopresis In Children
For Patients Preventing constipation with Diet University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Dietary Department Peer Review Status Internally Peer Reviewed Creation Date Unknown Last Revision Date Unknown There are scores of advertisements in the
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Extractions: please fill out this feedback form or send us e-mail about this tutorial What is constipation? Most of the time, when we say a child is constipated, we mean he or she passes bowel movements less than every other or every third day and when he or she does pass a bowel movement, it often is large and hard, and perhaps most importantly, it hurts. What are normal bowel habits? Everybody is different, so what is normal for one person may not be normal for another person. When we talk about normal bowel habits, we are talking about averages. It is important to remember that no matter how often a child passes a bowel movement, it shouldn't hurt! During the first several months of life, babies generally pass bowel movements between every other day and four times each day. Babies who are breast fed tend to pass bowel movements more often than do babies who are fed formula. It is not unusual for a breast-fed baby to pass a bowel movement with every feeding. By about two years of age, most children pass one bowel movement every day. 95% of children who are two or older pass between one bowel movement every other day and two bowel movements a day.
You Don't Have To Suffer Anymore : Complete Colon Care And Carolina Constipation
Case studies, virtual office, group discussions, and general information on colon care from Dr. Lahr of MUSC.
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Tipsofallsorts/constipation
Personal tips on what to do if you have this disorder.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Intestinal constipationconstipation Do you know who had the worst case of constipation? Answer King Solomon, because he sat on the throne for 40 years!
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Extractions: The relief plan . Drink prune juice, pear juice or fresh beet juice. . Take ground psyllium or flaxseeds (though they may contribute to more gas for some people) - mix 1 tablespoon of powder with water or fruit juice, followed by another glass of water, once daily. . Avoid sugar . Regular exercise can do wonders. . Don't reject the body's call for bowel movement.
Medinfo: Constipation
Peruse an overview of this common digestive condition, find out what is considered normal bowel function, and survey treatment options. constipation. constipation is the term used to describe difficulty going to the toilet or opening the bowels.
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Extractions: index search health books site map Constipation is the term used to describe difficulty going to the toilet or opening the bowels. We probably all suffer from this for short periods during our lives, but for some it becomes a chronic or recurrent problem. Some people would regard it as normal to open their bowels three or four times a day, while for others normality would be once a week. Certainly, the human body can function quite well at either extreme, but most people probably open their bowels every day or every couple of days. It is wise not to get obsessed by the need to open the bowels daily, but if you experience a change of bowel habit that persists then you should seek the advice of your doctor. Change of diet or dehydration and a change of daily schedule may lead to constipation. Certain medications, especially some pain killers, may lead to problems. Sometimes the cause is a bowel disorder, but this is the exception, rather than the rule. Over recent years it has become apparent that people who eat more fibre are less prone to various bowel diseases and also are likely to be healthier in other ways. Fibre tends to diminish transit time (ie the length of time it takes for something that is eaten to pass right through the system) and thus reduce constipation. Funnily enough, if you take more fibre it will tend to
EMedicine Journal - CONSTIPATION - Acute, Subacute And Chronic Constipation; Bow
Dr. Marc Basson offers a clinical overview of acute, subacute, and chronic constipation, one of the Category Health Conditions and Diseases Intestinal constipationconstipation constipation is a common symptom, but often, it remains unrecognizeduntil the patient develops sequelae such as anorectal disorders or
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Extractions: document.write(''); (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Gastroenterology Last Updated: April 5, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: bowel movement, anorectal disorders, diverticular disease, stool frequency, colonic dysmotility, defecation AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Marc D Basson, MD, PhD , Chief of Surgery, John D Dingell VA Medical Center, Professor of Surgery, Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine Marc D Basson, MD, PhD, is a member of the following medical societies: American College of Surgeons , and American Gastroenterological Association Editor(s): Ronnie Fass, MD , Director of GI Motility Laboratory, Tucson VA Medical Center, Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Arizona School of Medicine; Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
National Institute On Age Page: Constipation
Explore the causes, symptoms and treatment of this condition, especially in older adults. Links to medical resources for digestive diseases. National Institute on Age Page constipation. constipation is a symptom, not a disease.
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Extractions: Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. It is defined as having fewer bowel movements than usual, with a long or hard passing of stools. Older people are more likely than younger people to have constipation. But experts agree that older people often worry too much about having a bowel movement every day. There is no right number of daily or weekly bowel movements. Regularity may mean bowel movements twice a day for some people or just twice a week for others. Some doctors suggest asking these questions to decide if you are really constipated. If the answers are yes, you probably do have a problem. Otherwise, you probably do not. Doctors do not always know what causes this problem. Eating a poor diet, drinking too little, or misusing laxatives can be causes. Some medicines can lead to constipation. These include some antidepressants, antacids containing aluminum or calcium, antihistamines, diuretics, and antiparkinsonism drugs. The role of diet. People may become constipation if they start eating fewer vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. These foods are all high in fiber, and, according to some studies, high-fiber diets can help prevent constipation. Eating more high-fat meats, dairy products, and eggs can be another cause of constipation. So can eating more rich desserts and other sweets high in refined sugars.
Constipation In Children
A look at this common problem in children, the causes, symptoms, treatment and when a doctor should Category Health Child Health Digestive Disordersconstipation means that bowel movements are hard and dry, difficult or painfulto pass, and less frequent than usual. Symptoms of constipation include.
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Extractions: Constipation means that bowel movements are hard and dry, difficult or painful to pass, and less frequent than usual. It is a common problem for children, but it is usually temporary and no cause for parents to be concerned. When a child does not eat enough fiber, drink enough liquids, or get enough exercise, constipation is more likely to occur. It also happens when children ignore the urge to have a bowel movement, which they often do out of either embarrassment to use a public bathroom, fear or lack of confidence in the absence of a parent, or unwillingness to take a break from play. Sometimes constipation is caused by medicines or a disease. Symptoms of constipation include no bowel movement for several days or daily bowel movements that are hard and dry Constipation can make a bowel movement painful, so the child may try to prevent having one. Clenching buttocks, rocking up and down on toes, and turning red in the face are signs of trying to hold in a bowel movement. Treatment depends on the child's age and the severity of the problem. Often eating more fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole-grain cereal), drinking more liquids, and getting more exercise will solve the problem. Sometimes a child may need an enema to remove the stool or a laxative to soften it or prevent a future episode. However, laxatives can be dangerous to children and should be given only with a doctor's approval.
MEDLINEplus: Constipation
All Topics. constipation. Contents of this Children Seniors. Search MEDLINEfor recent research articles on constipation. You may also
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Extractions: Also available in: Spanish Colonoscopy (National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse) Elimination Problems: Self-Care Flowcharts (American Academy of Family Physicians) Flexible Sigmoidoscopy (National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse) Radiography-Lower GI Tract (American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America)
Chronic Constipation And Encopresis In Children
Causes and treatment information for children suffering from these often painful conditions.
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Extractions: In most cases, encopresis develops as a result of long-standing constipation. The vast majority of of children suffering from encopresis have a history of constipation or a history of passing large and/or painful bowel movements. In many cases, the child or the parents do not recall the constipation since it was so long ago. With constipation and painful bowel movements, children may not completely empty themselves when they go to the bathroom. Over a long period of time the large intestine slowly fills with stool and stretches out of shape. As the large intestine stretches larger and larger, liquid stool from the small intestine begins to "leak" around the more formed stool in the colon. In the beginning, this leakage is usually small amounts that streak or stain the underwear and most parents just assume their child isn't wiping him or herself very well.
Constipationhttp//www-med.stanford.edu/MedSchool/DGIM/Teaching/Modules/Constipat
Patients guide to this disorder offers an explanation of the condition, plus a list of its symptoms and treatment methods. Get prevention tips.
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MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Constipation
constipation. Definition Return to top constipation refers to infrequentor hard stools, or difficulty passing stools. More specifically
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Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Digestive system organs Alternative names Return to top Irregularity; Lack of regular bowel movements Definition Return to top Constipation refers to infrequent or hard stools, or difficulty passing stools. More specifically, constipation may involve pain or crying during the passage of a bowel movement, the inability to pass a bowel movement after straining or pushing for more than 10 minutes, or no bowel movements after more than 3 days. Considerations Return to top Constipation is a relative term. There is wide variability in what is considered normal patterns of bowel elimination. While some healthy people may have consistently soft or near runny stools, others may have consistently hard firm stools, but no difficulty in passing them. When the stool is hard, infrequent, and requires significant effort to pass, the person has constipation. Constipation may cause discomfort with passage of stools, and passage of large, wide stools may tear the mucosal membrane of the anus, especially in children, causing bleeding and the possibility of an anal fissure
Constipation In Children
A look at this common problem in children, the causes, symptoms, treatment and when a doctor should be consulted.
http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/digest/summary/conchild/index.htm

Extractions: Constipation means that bowel movements are hard and dry, difficult or painful to pass, and less frequent than usual. It is a common problem for children, but it is usually temporary and no cause for parents to be concerned. When a child does not eat enough fiber, drink enough liquids, or get enough exercise, constipation is more likely to occur. It also happens when children ignore the urge to have a bowel movement, which they often do out of either embarrassment to use a public bathroom, fear or lack of confidence in the absence of a parent, or unwillingness to take a break from play. Sometimes constipation is caused by medicines or a disease. Symptoms of constipation include no bowel movement for several days or daily bowel movements that are hard and dry Constipation can make a bowel movement painful, so the child may try to prevent having one. Clenching buttocks, rocking up and down on toes, and turning red in the face are signs of trying to hold in a bowel movement. Treatment depends on the child's age and the severity of the problem. Often eating more fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole-grain cereal), drinking more liquids, and getting more exercise will solve the problem. Sometimes a child may need an enema to remove the stool or a laxative to soften it or prevent a future episode. However, laxatives can be dangerous to children and should be given only with a doctor's approval.
Constipation Relief, Laxatives And Colon Cleansing: FREE SAMPLE Available
Doctors who practice holistic medicine prefer a natural laxative to promote natural bowel movement.
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Extractions: * Promotes Colon Health Our SAFE and GENTLE Aloe Vera laxatives have brought effective relief to thousands of constipation sufferers for over 15 years These DOCTOR RECOMMENDED laxatives were created from an EXCLUSIVE PROCESS concentrating natural Aloe Vera into a convenient tablet for proven relief of occasional or chronic constipation. Doctors who practice holistic medicine prefer natural laxatives that promote natural bowel movement. Colonics are becoming an increasingly popular health practice for colon cleansing. Next To Nature is used by holistic health practitioners that perform colonic irrigation. Colonic therapists rely on Next To Nature when they recommend natural laxatives.
Constipation In Children
An article about constipation in children. Information on how to tell if you child has this, how it Category Health Child Health Digestive DisordersReturn to Index, Information from Your Family Doctor. constipation inChildren. The stools are difficult to pass. What causes constipation?
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Extractions: Constipation in Children How do I know if my child is constipated? Your child is constipated if 1 or more of the following are true: What causes constipation? If your child doesn't drink enough water, milk or fruit juices, or if your child doesn't get a healthy diet or eat enough fiber, constipation may be the result. Fiber is found in foods such as cereals, grains, fruits and vegetables. If you give your child baby food for too long a time, or feed your child a diet high in meat, fatty foods or refined sugars (candy and desserts), your child will probably not be getting enough fiber. Constipation may also begin when you change your baby from breast milk or baby formula to whole cow's milk. If your small child often ignores the urge to have a bowel movement, he or she may become constipated. Children who are too busy playing or who are always rushing around may not find time to go to the bathroom. Some children don't like to use public bathrooms because of lack of privacy, dirty conditions or absence of toilet paper. Sometimes constipation happens after your child has been sick or has taken certain medicines.
Constipation: Keeping Your Bowels Moving Smoothly - AAFP Family Health Facts
constipation Keeping Your Bowels Moving Smoothly. This brochure is partof the AAFP Family Health Facts series. What is constipation?
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Extractions: Keeping Your Bowels Moving Smoothly AAFP catalog What is constipation? Constipation is when you have trouble having bowel movements. Your stools may be very hard, making them so difficult to pass that you have to strain. Or you may feel like you still need to have a bowel movement even after you've had one. How often should I have a bowel movement? Not everyone has bowel movements once a day. Don't believe ads that say you must have a daily bowel movement to be "regular." A normal range is generally 3 times a day to 3 times a week. You may be getting constipated if you begin to have bowel movements much less often than you usually do. What causes constipation? As the food you eat passes through your digestive tract, your body takes nutrients and water from the food. This process creates a stool, which is moved through your intestines with muscle contractions (squeezing motions). A number of things can affect this process. These include not drinking enough fluids, not being active enough, not eating enough fiber, taking certain drugs, not going to the bathroom when you have the urge to have a bowel movement and regularly using laxatives. Any of these things can cause the stools to move more slowly through your intestines, leading to constipation. How is constipation treated?
NeuroGastroenterology And Gastrointestinal Motility - Anemgi
Promotes research, education and care of visceral dysfunctions, such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea in patients with nervous system alterations.
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