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What Are Some Common Causes of Constipation1-3?


Some common cause of constipation include:

Constipation Causes
  • Low fiber diet and dehydration
  • Waiting too long or ignoring urge to have a bowel movement
  • Lack of physical activity
  • Eating and drinking too many dairy products
  • Changes in life or routine caused by pregnancy, aging, travel
  • General illnesses and various medications may also be associated with constipation.

DO NOT stop taking any prescribed medications unless approved to do so by your doctor.


References

  1. American Gastroenterological Association. Patient Center, Constipation. AGA Website.
    Available at: http://www.gastro.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=687
  2. American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Conditions/Patient Brochures, Constipation. ASCRS Website.
    Available at: http://www.fascrs.org/patients/conditions/constipation/
  3. National Institutes of Health. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC). Constipation. NIH Publication No. 072754. July 2007.
    Available at: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/diseases/pubs/constipation/
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