In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key things that you need to know about CONSTIPATION including what it is, causes, symptoms and treatment... plus when you need to go see your doctor.

WHAT IS CONSTIPATION?

According to NHS UK constipation is constipation is a problem with passing stool. Constipation generally means passing fewer than three stools a week or having a difficult time passing stool.

What causes CONSTIPATION?

Constipation in adults has many possible causes. Sometimes there's no obvious reason. The most common causes include:

not eating enough fibre, which is found in fruits, vegetables and cereals
not drinking enough fluids
not moving enough and spending long periods sitting or lying down
being less active and not exercising
often ignoring the urge to go to the toilet
changing your diet or daily routine
a side effect of medicine
stress, anxiety or depression

Constipation is also common during pregnancy and for 6 weeks after giving birth.

Rarely, constipation may be caused by a medical condition.

Content and TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction
00:42 Potential causes of constipation
01:36 5 treatment options for constipation
03:53 When to see a doctor about constipation

Further information on constipation and trusted sources:

Cleveland Clinic information: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health...

Mayo Clinic Information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseasesc...

NHS information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/constip...

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