Treatment and prevention of constipation and complications of its continued untreated

Many people with persistent constipation make them can't even eat many types of foods, if you have constipation learn about different constipation treatments and important tips for preventing it.

What is constipation and what causes it? Constipation occurs when bowel movement becomes difficult or low, it is known that the normal time period between bowel movements varies widely from person to person, some people have bowel movements three times a day and others only once or twice a week. When three days pass without any bowel movement, this is a long time, because after three days the stool becomes stiffer than it is difficult to pass.

Causes of constipation Knowing the various causes of constipation is the key to treatment, as constipation is usually caused by a disorder of intestinal function, and common causes of constipation include: 

Do not eat foods that do not contain fiber, and therefore result in a few wastes, such as meat and most rice. 

Eat foods that cause stool stiffness such as cheese. Lack of fluid intake. 

Take certain medications that can cause constipation as side effects. 

Irritable bowelsyndrome. 

Weakness of the colon muscles especially with bedridden patients. 

Some habits change, such as curbing bowel movements for one reason or another, or after quitting smoking. 

Some functions, such as thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, increased or decreased calcium in the blood. 

Lack of mobility, lethargy and lack of sports activities. 

Anxiety and stress. 

The last months of pregnancy may cause constipation of the pregnant woman. 

After diarrhea. 

With a fever. 

Overuse of laxatives. 

Acute neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.

How to treat constipation 

Treatment for constipation is to change or follow healthy eating habits with some other domestic methods or with the help of certain medications, as follows: 

Changing dietary habits Drink 2-4 extra glasses of water per day (unless liquids are forbidden for you). 

Try warm liquids especially in the morning. 

Add fruits and vegetables to your daily food, 

and eat fiber-rich foods.

Herbal constipation treatment  

Some herbal remedies may help you in the treatment of constipation but consult your doctor before trying them, such as sanmakiplant, sowing, castor oil, fenugreek, and other herbs...

Complications of constipation If constipation persists for a long time without treatment, it may lead to complications such as:

Hemorrhoids, fissures and hernia due to scratching of the mucosa of. 

Varicocele and a secret hernia due to high internal pressure of the abdomen. 

Prolonged use of laxatives may lead to a decrease in the level of potassium in the blood, and damage to the nerve endings in the colon.

When do you consult a doctor? 

Contact your doctor in any of the following cases: 

Constipation should be a new problem for you. 

If you notice blood coming down with feces. 

If you notice your weight loss for no reason. 

If you experience severe pain with bowel movements. 

If constipation lasts for more than two weeks. 

In previous cases, we advise you not to neglect and not to postpone going to the doctor for examination and reassurance so that it does not have more severe complications requiring surgical intervention.