Information about Constipation
Constipation is a condition of the digestive system where a person (or other animal) experiences difficulty in eliminating feces. Some of the main causes of constipation include: * Constriction, where part of the intestine or rectum is narrowed or blocked, not allowing feces to move past * Paralysis, where peristaltic action is diminished or absent, so that feces are not moved along * Excessive drying of feces, forming a hard bulk that cannot be eliminated * Insufficient intake of food or dietary fiber, so that a suitable bolus is not formed * Psychosomatic constipation, based on anxiety or unfamiliarity with surroundings These causes may have a multiplicity of causes themselves. People often take laxatives to try to eliminate constipation. Screaming Jay Hawkins wrote and sang "Constipation Blues" while suffering a serious bout. The Bonzo Dog Band recorded "The Strain" on the same subject.
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