Diseases

Constipation (During Postpartum)

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Infrequent and frequently incomplete bowel movements. Constipation is the opposite of diarrhea and is commonly caused by irritable bowel syndrome (ibs), diverticulosis, and medications. Paradoxically, constipation can also be caused by overuse of laxatives.

SYMPTOMS

Passing fewer than three stools a week,
Having lumpy or hard stools,straining to have bowel movements,feeling as though there's a blockage in your rectum that preventsbowel movements,feeling as though you can't completely empty the stool from your rectum.

CAUSES

Changes to what you eat or your activities,
Not enough water or fiber in your diet,eating a lot of dairy products,not being active,resisting the urge to poop,stress,overuse of laxatives,some medications (especially strong pain drugs such as narcotics, antidepressants, and iron pills)