
12/09/2025
Causes and Risk Factors of Constipation
Constipation can develop due to several lifestyle, dietary, and medical factors, including:
π Lack of physical activity β A sedentary lifestyle slows down intestinal transit.
π Insufficient hydration β Drinking little water while consuming heavy foods like bread and beans contributes to constipation.
π Frequent intake of iced foods and drinks β Iced tea, iced porridge, chilled water, yogurt, gari with ice, beer, ice cream, and other cold items cool the digestive tract, slow down intestinal transit, and may even encourage abdominal fat accumulation.
π Unbalanced diet β Diets low in fiber, vegetables, and fruits.
π Ignoring the urge to defecate β Delaying bowel movements weakens normal reflexes.
π Modern toilet posture β Sitting rather than squatting worsens constipation.
π Psychological stress β High stress levels slow intestinal transit considerably.
π Neurological causes β Conditions like Parkinsonβs disease, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy, or spinal cord injury.
π Hormonal changes in women β Menstrual cycles, pregnancy, and menopause can affect bowel movements.
π Alternating constipation and diarrhea β This may indicate an intestinal obstruction, chronic inflammation, or hard stool buildup.
π Medical conditions linked to constipation:
Re**al or colon cancer
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Chronic kidney failure
Intestinal obstruction
Tumors or benign growths
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
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Important Note
If you suffer from constipation, do not ignore it. Seek proper and timely treatment to prevent complications such as hemorrhoids, fissures, re**al prolapse, or f***l impaction.
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