Not Developing a Routine for Bowel Movements
One of the most common causes of bowel movements is a lack of a proper routine for such a crucial bodily function. Like sleep, it’s much easier for the body to perform tasks if you do it at a similar time each day. It’s why you get sleepy at a specific hour if you get used to a sleeping schedule. Without a sleeping schedule, the body’s rhythm doesn’t work as well, which means you’ll be less likely to get some sleep even if you’re tired. In the case of bowel movements, some people try to hold it in when it’s not convenient. While everyone has done that at one point, getting used to holding it in can cause all sorts of issues if you aren’t careful.
If you’re used to holding it in, your stool contents will grow in size and likely get harder. The body knows the ideal time for a bowel movement, which is why it’s a good idea to have one when your body says so. Otherwise, the next time you do it, the stool could be much harder than average, resulting in anal bleeding.
