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Constipation | Medical Facts, Causes, Symptoms, Tests, Treatment

Constipation means that a person has three or fewer bowel movement in a week. The stool can be hard and dry. Sometimes it is painful to pass. At one time or another, almost everyone gets constipated. In most cases, it lasts a short time and is not serious.

There are many things you can do to prevent constipation. They include

Eating more fruits, vegetables and grains, which are high in fiber
Drinking plenty of water and other liquids
Getting enough exercise
Taking time to have a bowel movement when you need to
Using laxatives only if your doctor says you should
Asking your doctor if medicines you take may cause constipation

It's not important that you have a bowel movement every day. If your bowel habits change, however, check with your doctor.

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