Constipation

Introduction Constipation is when a person has fewer than three bowel movements a week; has difficulty having a bowel movement; or has stools that are dry, hard, or larger than normal. Many things can make constipation likely after surgery. They include: Medicines, especially numbing medicines (anesthetics) and very strong pain medicines called narcotics. Feeling stressed because of the surgery. Eating different foods than normal. Being less active. Symptoms of constipation include: Having fewer than three bowel movements a week. Straining to have a bowel movement. Having hard, dry, or larger-than-normal stools. Feeling full or bloated. Having pain in the lower abdomen. Not feeling relief after having a bowel movement. Follow these instructions…

One of the common issues within the aging population is constipation, which impacts one’s normal bowel habits and overall health. However, everyone undergoes constipation at one point in their lifetime, regardless of age. There are several causes that lead to this discomforting situation, and many individuals are not comfortable opening up about this feeling to health care providers. The purpose of this paper is to discuss constipation concerns within older adults and how nurses can promote…

Functional Constipation Nabihah Khan Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies Candidate Nkhan91@midwestern.edu Midwestern University Word Count: 3,193 Learning Objectives 1. Understand the history, physical exam essentials, and diagnosis of functional constipation in pediatrics. 2. Examine the four step process for the treatment of functional constipation. 3. Analyze the efficacy of the treatment options discussed and how they should be implemented for pediatric…

Constipation Introduction Intense and difficult bowel motions, usually occurring three or fewer times per week, are the hallmark of constipation as a symptom or condition. Gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons are frequently referred to treat this, Anorectal problems, for example, are common consequences of constipation that are frequently overlooked until the patient begins to experience them. There are various varieties of constipation, and each has distinct traits and underlying causes.…

IBS-D is used to describe a patient that suffers predominantly from diarrhea. IBS-C refers to those patients that suffer predominantly from constipation, while IBS-A describes patients that suffer from an alternating pattern of diarrhea and constipation. A fourth type of IBS exists, IBS-PI (post-infectious), which is directly related to a bacterial infection in the gastrointestinal system. Causes Currently, there is no known specific cause of irritable bowel syndrome. A popular theory is that…

There are many causes for constipation/obstipation, the primary due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Excessive grooming, mechanical obstruction (foreign body, parasites, intussusception etc.), functional obstruction (due to drugs or idiopathic megacolon), painful defecation, stress or reluctance to defecate, as well as metabolic diseases such as obesity and hyperthyroidism. This was a case of idiopathic megacolon, which resulted in obstipation. Parasite infestation may have contributed…

which parents feel is a big responsibility is going to the bathroom. Infant constipation is a serious problem for some and in early days constipation is a major problem for kids. Normal bowel movements can happen 4-5 times a day directly after birth. The stools are soft which easily pass through the digestive system. Breastfed child has more stool movements as compared to formula fed kids. As a kid grows, their bowel movement will drop to 2-3 times a day. A hard and unmoving bowel movement can…

Constipation Diet Plan for those with IBS In those with IBS, foods high in fiber can cause symptoms related to the disorder. If you suffer from chronic constipation, high fiber foods can help get the bowels regular. Constipation in people who suffer from IBS can be helped by consuming more fluids, adding fiber, and watching the size of the meal they eat. Increases in fiber should be done slowly over a few weeks. What causes IBS Pain in the abdomen, gas, and bowel movements which are…

Introduction Hirschsprung disease is a rare condition in which nerve cells that control contractions are missing from part of the large intestine (colon). The colon absorbs fluids and holds stool so that it can be passed out of the body with movements called contractions. In Hirschsprung disease, the colon has trouble moving stool out through the rectum. This leads to constipation. This condition is most commonly diagnosed at birth or shortly after. What are the causes? The cause of this…

The drugs used are fibre supplements as some people struggle to find sources with the efficient amount of fibre in them. Laxatives help with individuals suffering from constipation as a symptom to the syndrome. Anti-depressants are used to subside the depression and handle stress better as some individuals who have IBS find it difficult to cope with depression and stress. Anti-spasmodics are frequently prescribed to an individual with a severe case of IBS. This medication reduces the spasming in…