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Constipation
Chronic constipation is infrequent bowel movements or difficult passage of stools that persists for several weeks or longer. mayoclinic.org
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of chronic constipation include:
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  Passing fewer than three stools a week
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  Having lumpy or hard stools
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  Straining to have bowel movements
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  Feeling as though there's a blockage in your rectum that prevents bowel movements
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  Feeling as though you can't completely empty the stool from your rectum
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  Needing help to empty your rectum, such as using... more
Causes

Constipation most commonly occurs when waste or stool moves too slowly through the digestive tract or cannot be eliminated effectively from the rectum, which may cause the stool to become hard and... more
Treatment
Your doctor may recommend the following changes to relieve your constipation:
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  Increase your fiber intake
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  Exercise most days of the week
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  Don't ignore the urge to have a bowel movement
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Not medical advice. Consult a doctor for medical advice.
© Mayo Clinic
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