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Constipation is a condition in which bowel movements occur less frequently than usual or stools tend to be hard, dry and difficult and painful to pass. Constipation is a condition in which bowel movements occur less frequently than usual or stools tend to be hard, dry, and difficult and painful to pass. ? Children often develop constipation as a result of stool withholding.

Chronic constipation

Constipation occurs when bowel movements become difficult or less frequent. Constipation usually is defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week. Severe constipation is defined as less than one bowel movement per week.

Constipation in pregnancy

Constipation is one of the common symptom in pregnancy. It can be due to hormonal changes, iron supplements, and due to change in digestion.

Diet to treat constipation

Almost everyone gets constipated at some time during his or her life. Though not serious, constipation can be a concern. Constipation is may be caused by many factors, the most common cause is diet low in fiber and high in fat

Reasons to drink more water

Water is very essential for our body. 705 of our body is made up of water. It helps in hydration of the body. It is necessary to drink around 8-10 glasses of water. If you do not drink enough of water you get headache, poor concentration, fatigue, constipation and dry skin.

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Community Questions on Constipation

Constipation...?

Okay, so I've been constipated for a few days now, and I'm really miserable. I know fiber is key, but how much do I need a day for it to go away?

Constipation

My 7 year old son have the problem of constipation once in a while. He does not drink water properly. Once he had constipation and had to give him enema for that. The constipation was resolved that time. But still he cries while passing stools and the stools are very hard.

Constipation !!?

Because of my medication i suffer with bad constipation, i eat prunes and cook chilli with lots of kidney beans and that helps, but im getting a little fed up with these. Can anyone recommend a food that'll help me ??.

Constipation?

I read that a tbl of olive oil will help relieve constipation but as soon as it went down it came back up along with everything. I need some natural ideas for this problem. I have increased my water intake. I am drinking 3-4 bottles a day plus my fiber tablets and nothing..just water but due to my migrine tablets I cannot seem to fix this problem it's been a real issue for the past month.

Constipation Remedies?

It might sound like I am trying to be funny, but this is a serious question! I get severely constipated (I can only go twice a week). I work out regulary, eat a healthful diet, drink plenty of water, and have seen a doctor about this, who replied I am "naturally that way". Does anyone have some foods that help (besides Fiber- I eat so much already) or natural laxitives I can try? Sorry if this question was too gross.

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Good Skin is a reflection of Good Digestive System

In alternative medicine,good skin is a reflection of a good digestive system. People with skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis often suffer from constipation, & other digestive conditions.